how to help someone having a seizure

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what is the first step if someone has a seizure?

stay calm and call 911, especially if this is that persons first time having a seizure or is pregnant.

what is the third step?

make sure the person is not going to fall and hurt themself. move objects out of the way if they could fall or hurt the person.

should you try and hold them down to the ground?

no, this could cause them injuries such as a dislocated shoulder.

what is the second step?

time the seizure. if it goes on for 3 minutes or longer call 911.

if the person is found on the ground already, what do you do?

you should try to position them on their side so that if they drool or vomit it does not go down their windpipe.

should you try and put your fingers in their mouth to clear out spit and vomit WHILE they are having the seizure?

heck to the no!! they could bite you or your finger could chip their tooth.


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