Premergency First Aid, CPR and AED Manual

6 Medical Emergencies

A person with a history of seizures due to a medical condition, in this case epilepsy, generally tolerates them well. Once you have ensured scene safety and checked for life threats, support the patient through the postictal state, ensuring an open airway and monitoring the ABC’s is the correct first aid. What additional first aid is indicated at this time? Protect the patient. Monitor the ABC’s and vital signs and treat for shock. Does the patient need to go to a hospital? Why or why not? The patient has a history of seizures and has experienced them before. However, you do not know the exact cause of the seizure, and therefore Emily should be transported to the hospital by paramedics.

First Aider in Action: Summary What questions can you ask the woman’s niece? Questions include asking what happened and if the patient has any medical conditions. What first aid is indicated at this time? First aid for this patient includes checking for life threats, assessing the level of consciousness, and treatment for shock. Should you get medical help or contact the patient’s family? Why or why not?

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