2006-06-30 21:34:48 · 16 answers · asked by (¯`·._.·[SNAP Y0 FiNGERS]·._.·´¯ 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
I'm not really sure but I think I want to say keep them from swallowing their tongue? Don't quote me on that though.
2006-06-30 21:39:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get out of the way! No, seriously, that's only half a joke. The first thing you need to do is move anything that's around them that can hurt them while they are seizing, which could potentially include you.
As for putting something in their mouth, it's a long standing misunderstanding that they may "swallow their tongues". You do not swallow your tongue while seizing. However, the muscles do seize, and it is possible for the person to literally bite off their tongue if it happens to be caught between their teeth. You can put something between their teeth if you think it's a threat, but make sure it's something that's not going to get broken off, or cause a potential choke hazard. If their mouth appears clear, the best thing to do is leave it alone.
2006-07-01 04:44:21 · answer #2 · answered by butireallyam_nikkijd 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first thing you should do is keep them from hurting you or themselves if they are flailing and keep them from falling if they are standing. After that try to get them turned on their left side. This way if they vomit or spit up they will not asprate material. Wait out the seizure until an ambulance gets there. Then help the Paramedics. Never put anything in their mouth as it may cause them to aspirate.
2006-07-01 04:39:55 · answer #3 · answered by rhutson 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Speak to them in soft, re-assuring tones. If it appears severe, call 911 immed. and give as much detail as you can. Make sure they can breathe , which means, if it's severe, you may need to help the person lay on their side.
Do NOT put fingers in their mouth, like being worried about "tongue swallowing" -- that's a myth.
Most seizures are epileptic in nature, and will pass. That's why I said "Speak to them in soft, re-assuring tones". Most epileptic seizures are RELATIVELY mild. If this occurs at work, or in a restaurant, there may be mandatory "call 911" policies in place.
2006-07-01 04:45:07 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they are falling or you think they might help them to the ground and be sure there is nothing they can hurt themselves on...Next put something that they can't break in half in their mouth so they don't swallow their tongue..such as cloth, or clothing...I would use a spoon wrapped in gauze tape but use anything you can think of but not something they can break or swallow.. I have had epilepsy for 52 yrs now
2006-07-01 04:42:20 · answer #5 · answered by Mrs. M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lie them down straight, keeping them clear of any objects around them. Place a pillow under their head and do NOT put ANYTHING in their mouths. Call 911 and have them taken to nearby hosptial. If you know their doctor's office number, it'd be good to contact them, too.
Other than that, there's not much else you can do but be there for them.
2006-07-01 04:39:20 · answer #6 · answered by Mr. Wizard 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That happened to me. A friend of mine started having a seizure in my car. I pulled over and called 911, tilted her seat back and checked for her tongue. That's the first thing to do, keep an eye on that tongue. They could swallow it and choke. When we got to the hospital the doctor he told me what to do if it happened again, You're supposed to roll them on their left side, check for their tongue also you have to support their head. If they sieze violently enough they could hit their head hard and cause a head injury and of course, first and foremost, CALL 911.
2006-07-01 10:00:51 · answer #7 · answered by real_sweetheart_76 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clear the space of anything dangerous.
D=danger
R=response (Prod and shout to the person to try elicit a response) Call for help to others.
A=Airway management
B=Breathing (artificial breathing if necessary)
C=circulation (provide compressions if necessary)
2006-07-01 04:41:27 · answer #8 · answered by caz_v8 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
safety first. clear the environment of harzzards, then call 911.
do the rest if properly trained
2006-07-08 00:55:29 · answer #9 · answered by mushroom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first you got to remove any objects near to the person which could hurt him.. try to protect his head from getting wounds.
2006-07-01 04:39:25 · answer #10 · answered by love_miel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋