Does the child have a history of seizures? Call for help when the child who has no known history of seizures has one.
Confusion after a seizure is always common.
Always notify parents if their child has a seizure, unless the seizure is a brief blank spell.
When a seizure lasts for more than 5 minutes, or appears to end and then starts again – seek medical assistance. This may be a condition called status epilepticus – a life threatening medical emergency.
When a child is physically hurt during a seizure (cuts head, falls off play equipment, burns hands).
When a seizure is in the water – inhaling water can cause heart or lung damage.
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