Health Tip: If Your Child Has a Seizure

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(Free-Press-Release.com) March 24, 2007 -- If your child is having a seizure, it's important to prevent injury and keep her safe from harm.

The Children's Hospital Boston recommends that you:

Stay calm, and don't leave the child unattended during the seizure.
Gently lie the child on the floor, on her side, with a soft object under her head. Try to keep her head from falling backward.
Do not allow the child to lie on her back, as she could choke if she vomits.
Loosen any tight or restrictive clothing.
Move any hard objects, such as tables and chairs, out of the way.

Once the seizure ends, contact your child's doctor, who may want to know:

Where did the seizure begin (commonly, the hands, arms, legs, or eyes)?
Did the seizure stay in one area of the body or did it travel to other parts?
How long did the seizure last?
Were there any factors that seemed to cause or trigger the seizure?

source: http://health.msn.com/