SEIZURES

REMEMBER:

  • stay calm and track time
  • call 911 as a backup
  • protect from harm
  • cushion head with something flat and soft
  • speak softly
  • allow student to move as long as they are safe
  • loosen clothing around neck
  • NOTHING in mouth
  • turn on side and keep airway open
  • document and report

WHAT MAKES A SEIZURE AN EMERGENCY?

              • first time seizure
              • seizure lasting longer than 3 minutes
              • repeated seizures without stopping
              • more seizures than usual or change in type of seizure
              • student having seizure is injured
              • fluid has been inhaled into lungs
              • if student has difficulty breathing after seizure ends
              • no response to ordered seizure medication

SEIZURE PROCEDURE IN WATER

              • support the victim's head, keeping face out of water
              • remove student from water and evaluate breathing
              • place student in recovery position on side to open airway
              • perform CPR if needed after spasms have stopped
              • administer emergency medication when ordered by physician