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The Disease with 1000 Names |
Institutions for people with epilepsy |
People with epilepsy in the Third Reich |
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modern Methods |
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Emergency therapy (Instructions for the layman) Sensible measures - Move the patient away from danger zones (e.g. traffic, sharp objects and edges) - Loosen chlothing, especially around the neck - Place the patient on his side to avoid aspiration - Stay calm and observe the course of the attack attentively - Check your watch: Duration of attack? Superfluous measures: |
After consultation with the doctor: the patient should be given drug treatment if the seizures continue for more than 2 minutes: Diazepam rectal® (5mg and 10mg rectal tubes). Action usually takes effect after 2-3 min - Babies > 4 months: 5mg - Infants >15kg body weight: 10mg - School-children: 10-20mg - Adults: 20-30mg If neffective, i.e. if the convulsions continue or there es a renewed attack, this dose may be repeated after 5-10 minutes at the earliest. In such cases, always call an ambulance and inform relatives. Source: Schneble/Ernst: Vademecum Antiepilepticum |