formerly University of Missouri-Rolla

204 Norwood Hall
320 W. 12th St.
Rolla, MO 65409-1430
Phone: (573) 341-4211
Fax: (573) 341-6179
dss@mst.edu

Seizures

 

How you can help:

  • Try to cushion the fall
  • Help the person to a lying position, preferably on his or her side to keep the airway open.
  • Remove objects from the area which might cause injury
  • Never force anything into the mouth
  • Do not restrain movement
  • Do not encourage premature activity
  • Do not try to make the person swallow liquids during the seizure or immediately afterward
  • If a seizure lasts longer than 10 minutes or if another seizure begins immediately following the first seizure, call 911
  • When a seizure has ended, the person may feel disoriented and embarrassed. Try to ensure that they have privacy to collect themselves

Disability Support Services (DSS) assists in providing academic accommodations for students with disabilities. To find out more information about these services, call 341-4211 or we invite you to explore this website.