Which action is included in responding to a seizure?

Which action is included in responding to a seizure?

• A. Time it and protect from injury
• B. Restrain the person
• C. Move to a chair
• D. Force feed fluids

Answer: (A)

During a seizure, the priority is safety. Time how long the seizure lasts and protect the person from injury. Knowing the duration helps you decide when to call for emergency help, especially if the seizure continues longer than typical. Protecting from injury means clearing surrounding hazards, loosening tight clothing, and gently cushioning the head if possible. Do not restrain the person or try to hold them still, as that can cause harm. Also avoid moving them to a chair or forcing fluids into the mouth during the seizure, since these actions can cause injury or choking. When the seizure ends, check breathing and responsiveness and place the person on their side in the recovery position. Seek medical help if the seizure lasts more than five minutes, if another seizure follows immediately, or if there are injuries or other complications.

During a seizure, the priority is safety. Time how long the seizure lasts and protect the person from injury. Knowing the duration helps you decide when to call for emergency help, especially if the seizure continues longer than typical. Protecting from injury means clearing surrounding hazards, loosening tight clothing, and gently cushioning the head if possible. Do not restrain the person or try to hold them still, as that can cause harm. Also avoid moving them to a chair or forcing fluids into the mouth during the seizure, since these actions can cause injury or choking. When the seizure ends, check breathing and responsiveness and place the person on their side in the recovery position. Seek medical help if the seizure lasts more than five minutes, if another seizure follows immediately, or if there are injuries or other complications.