Staying Calm and Timing the Seizure
Note the start time immediately, this guides every next decision.
- Check clock: First action (placeholder metric)
- <5 min: Typical duration (placeholder metric)
- Observe: Parent role (placeholder metric)
- High: Panic risk (placeholder metric)
Why timing matters first
Placeholder: timing the seizure sets the threshold for calling help.
Placing the Child in Safe Side-Lying Position
Turning the child on their side keeps the airway clear and safe.
- Side-lying: Position (placeholder metric)
- Reduced: Airway risk (placeholder metric)
- Cushion head: Support (placeholder metric)
- Immediate: Time to act (placeholder metric)
Why recovery position helps
Placeholder: side-lying prevents choking and keeps airway open.
Clearing the Surrounding Area of Hazards
Move furniture, sharp objects, and hot items away from the child.
- 3+: Hazard types (placeholder metric)
- ~1 m: Clearance radius (placeholder metric)
- Key goal: Injury prevention (placeholder metric)
- Quick: Action speed (placeholder metric)
Why clearing space matters
Placeholder: removing hazards prevents injury during movement.
Never Restrain or Insert Objects in the Mouth
Restraining or inserting objects can cause serious harm to the child.
- Avoid: Restraint (placeholder metric)
- Never insert: Mouth objects (placeholder metric)
- Increases: Injury risk (placeholder metric)
- Protect only: Correct action (placeholder metric)
Why restraint is dangerous
Placeholder: restraining can injure limbs and jaw during convulsions.
Calling for Help After Five Minutes
If the seizure passes five minutes, call an ambulance right away.
- 5 min: Threshold (placeholder metric)
- Dial emergency: Call action (placeholder metric)
- Also call: Repeat seizures (placeholder metric)
- Timely care: Outcome goal (placeholder metric)
Why the 5-minute mark matters
Placeholder: prolonged seizures need emergency medical attention.
Placeholder: always call emergency services past the five-minute mark.