Seizure Awareness

What is a seizure?

• A medical condition called epilepsy

• Abnormal electrical activity in the brain

• Loss of muscle control

• Falling to the ground

What are the signs of a seizure?

• Loss of muscle control

• Jerky movement of the arms, legs and other parts of the body

• Falling to the ground

• All of the above

What should you do if someone is having a seizure?

• Move furniture or other objects safely out of the way

• Place a small pad, pillow, or towel under the person's head

• Call 9-1-1 or activate EMS

• All of the above

What should you do if someone is not breathing normally or unresponsive after a seizure?

• Give CPR

• Provide First Aid for injuries caused by the seizure

• Call 9-1-1 or activate EMS

• None of the above

What is the most important step to take when helping someone who is having a seizure?

• Protect them from injury

• Check their breathing and responsiveness

• Give CPR immediately

• Call 9-1-1 or activate EMS

What can cause a seizure?

• Epilepsy

• Low blood sugar

• Heat-related injury

• All of the above

What should you do if someone bites their tongue or inside of their cheek during a seizure?

• Give first aid for the injury after the seizure has stopped

• Call 9-1-1 or activate EMS

• Move furniture or other objects safely out of the way

• Place a small pad, pillow, or towel under the person's head