How Do You Help Someone Having An Epileptic Seizure?
It’s scary to see someone having a seizure. Although the person is usually unconscious during a generalized seizure, there are many ways you can offer assistance. Your physical and psychological support can make a world of difference. Ease the person to the floor, if you see that she is about to have a seizure. She could get hurt if she falls. Insert a handkerchief between her teeth if she knows she’s going to have a seizure. It will help her avoid biting her tongue. Loosen constrictive clothing (unless the seizure has come on and the person is jerking too much). Protect the head with a pillow, or any soft object, if possible. During a grand mal seizure, the head has a tendency to strike the floor repeatedly. Shoo away onlookers and close the door to provide privacy. Move furniture out of the way. Avoid trying to restrain the person having a seizure. You will never be strong enough to fight against the powerful seizing muscles, but you may get hurt. Make sure not to jam anything betwee
