What to do and what to do if someone is going through an seizure

If it is a friend, a relative, or a stranger who is by chance experiencing an seizure before our eyes, we should not be involved in panic. While it is a situation that can generate strong fear, especially if you experience for the first time, the seizure itself is not a serious threat to the patient except to an unexpected crash.

How should we behave when someone is experiencing an seizure?

There are at least six points to be fulfilled in case you see someone going through an seizure. First, you need to remain calm to deal with the person you need:

If the person is on the floor, put something soft (scrusty, towel) under his head so that the shocks are eased because of the concessions.

After completion of convulsions (1 or 2 minutes), release the clothing (copes, seating, chain), which can crush the rib cage and respiratory routes. Put his head aside so you can let him breathe better.

Curiosos, who are rightly concerned, are always near the person in distress. But it is necessary to send them away, because during the recovery of the consciousness of the person who has suffered an seizure, there is a state of confusion that can last for minutes.

What should not be done absolutely if someone is undergoing an seizure:

Do not try to open the patient's mouth by putting your fingers in an attempt to avoid the bite of the tongue during concessions.

Let the free person go without trying to prevent involuntari movements of his legs and arms.

During the crisis, do not give the patient anything to drink or eat or try to give him some medicine.

Epileptic crisis normally passes within five minutes.