First aid for patients with seizures: We have heard many things and theories. Even though doctors have warned and told us themselves, some relatives of patients still argue back that it is not possible. If we do not do this, the symptoms will get worse. Let’s say that we recommend brainwashing yourself and remembering from the beginning that if a patient really does have a seizure, what should we do to give the most benefit to the patient’s health ?
Observe the patient’s seizure symptoms to determine the ทางเข้า ufabet level. Some patients may have seizures with a blank expression, start twitching, have strange, unusual postures, roll their eyes, and may start acting. As if they are chewing something. Some patients may start with confusion and dizziness, and speak incoherently before they start having seizures.
Observe whether the patient is conscious or not. Most are not unconscious but cannot control themselves.
When the patient starts having a seizure and falls to the floor. Try to bring him to an open, safe place with no objects around him.
Unbutton the collar of your shirt, unbutton the belt on your pants or skirt, remove your glasses, place a pillow or a thick folded shirt under your head.
Place the patient on his/her side.
Do not pry open the patient’s mouth, do not pry open the patient’s mouth with a spoon. Do not give anything for the patient to bite, do not stuff the patient’s mouth with objects. Absolutely do not press on the stomach, do not spread the legs, do nothing.
Time it. Usually, people with epilepsy will calm down after 2-3 minutes. If the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes, you should see a doctor immediately (or dial 1669 for emergency medical services).
Be sure to explain to those around you what is happening and ask for help as needed, such as not crowding around the patient or calling for an ambulance if the patient has been having a seizure for more than 5 minutes or if they are injured.
In cases where epilepsy patients bite their tongue, do not be alarmed. Most of the time, they do not bite their tongue to the point of ripping it off or causing a large wound. It is possible to accidentally bite their tongue and cause a wound or bleed. But this is not as life-threatening as forcing objects into the patient’s mouth in the hope that they will bite instead of their tongue. Many times, these objects cause more severe injuries to the patient. Making the wound from biting the tongue larger, or dislodging and getting stuck in the trachea or esophagus.