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Someone falls and shakes during a seizure. How should you help?

Clear nearby hazards and protect their head.

  1. Hold their arms and legs still
  2. Put something between their teeth
  3. Clear nearby hazards and protect their head ✔

Why: Clear nearby hazards and put something soft under their head. Do not hold them down or put anything in their mouth.

Huh, didn't know that: Call 911 if the seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes.

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Sources

  1. CDC: First Aid for Seizures https://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy/first-aid-for-seizures/index.html

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