What is the recommended initial action during a seizure on board?

What is the recommended initial action during a seizure on board?

• A. Pad floors with blankets and pillows, place in recovery position
• B. Give hot tea
• C. Keep them standing
• D. Shout for help and leave the passenger

Answer: (A)

During a seizure on a plane, safety is the priority. The best initial action is to help the passenger to the floor if possible, and cushion their head with blankets or pillows to prevent injury. Clear nearby hazards and avoid restraining their movements. After the seizure ends, place the person on their side in the recovery position. This helps keep the airway open and reduces the risk of choking if there’s vomiting. Do not put anything in their mouth, do not try to restrain them, and do not give food or drink during the seizure. Time the seizure and monitor breathing and responsiveness. Call for medical assistance from onboard crew or medical professionals as soon as possible, especially if the seizure lasts more than five minutes, there are additional seizures, there’s injury, or the passenger has special concerns (pregnancy, diabetes, etc.).

During a seizure on a plane, safety is the priority. The best initial action is to help the passenger to the floor if possible, and cushion their head with blankets or pillows to prevent injury. Clear nearby hazards and avoid restraining their movements.

After the seizure ends, place the person on their side in the recovery position. This helps keep the airway open and reduces the risk of choking if there’s vomiting. Do not put anything in their mouth, do not try to restrain them, and do not give food or drink during the seizure.

Time the seizure and monitor breathing and responsiveness. Call for medical assistance from onboard crew or medical professionals as soon as possible, especially if the seizure lasts more than five minutes, there are additional seizures, there’s injury, or the passenger has special concerns (pregnancy, diabetes, etc.).