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The Impact of Epilepsy
Seizure eTraining Slide 4

Is having a seizure the same as having epilepsy?

Not necessarily. In general, seizures do not indicate epilepsy if they only occur as a result of a temporary medical condition such as a high fever, low blood sugar, alcohol or drug withdrawal, or immediately following a brain concussion. Among people who experience a seizure under such circumstances, without a history of seizures at other times, there is usually no need for ongoing treatment for epilepsy, only a need to treat the underlying medical condition.

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What to Do In An Emergency
Asthma Online Training Slide 9

  • Notice the signs & symptoms
  • Try to keep calm
  • Medicate as prescribed
  • If trouble walking or talking due to shortness of breath or fingernails or lips become blue CALL FOR AN AMBULANCE THEN CALL THE PARENT(S)
  • Do NOT leave child alone

By knowing the signs and symptoms of an asthma attack a person is better able to react as soon as possible to try and relieve the symptoms or know when it is time get help.

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Severe Signs & Symptoms
Asthma Online Training Slide 8

Again, quick-relief medications are used in the event of an asthma attack emergency.

How might one know when a child is experiencing an 鈥渁sthma attack?鈥 Well, when signs and symptoms worsen to the point that one starts to really struggle with getting air into the lungs then that person can be considered to be having an 鈥渁sthma attack.鈥 An asthma attack can be a life-threatening emergency.

Signs to look for: