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What to do during a seizure episode?

The complete epilepsy guide  
 

 

  • Keep calm. Help the patient lie down. Remove glasses. Loosen tight clothings.
  • Clear the area of hard, sharp or hot objects which could hurt him. Keep rolled up towel or pillow under his head.
  • do not allow people to gather around him. Alow free air cieculation & open all windows.
  • Do not restrain the convulsive movements.
  • Do not force anything between the teeth.
  • Turn him to the side to drain salive from the mouth.
  • After the attack,if the patient is sleepy,allow him to do so.
  • Do not offer the patient anything to eat/drink till he is fully conscious.

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