First aid methods for febrile convulsions in children

Febrile convulsions are common emergencies in childhood, characterized by sudden onset of generalized or localized convulsions, accompanied by loss of consciousness. This usually occurs in the early stages of fever, when body temperature rises sharply in a short period of time. It is crucial for parents and health care professionals to understand first aid for febrile seizures in children so that appropriate measures can be taken in an emergency. The main symptoms of febrile convulsions in children are sudden onset of convulsions, which may be accompanied by symptoms such as loss of consciousness, staring, foaming at the mouth, and cyanosis. The convulsions can last from seconds to minutes, and in severe cases, the convulsions can occur repeatedly or continuously. During the convulsions, the child may have apnea or difficulty breathing, which increases the risk of the condition. Can febrile convulsions in children cause epilepsy? Once febrile convulsions are discovered in a child, parents and medical staff need to take the following first aid measures immediately: Keep the respiratory tract open: Place the child on a flat place with the head tilted to one side to prevent vomit from blocking the respiratory tract. Loosen your collar and belt to ensure you can breathe freely. Prevent accidental injuries: Move dangerous objects around to avoid accidents such as bumps and falls during convulsions. Control convulsions: Use your thumb to press the child\’s Renzhong point or Hegu point to reduce the degree of convulsions. Be careful not to use too much force to avoid damaging the skin. Cooling treatment: Use physical cooling methods, such as wiping the child\’s forehead, neck, armpits and other parts with a wet towel to help lower the body temperature. Antipyretic drugs can also be used under the guidance of a doctor. Observe the condition: Closely observe the child’s vital signs, such as breathing, heart rate, body temperature, etc. If you find that the convulsions persist, difficulty breathing and other symptoms worsen, you should be sent to the hospital for treatment immediately. During the first aid process, parents and medical staff also need to pay attention to the following points: Stay calm: In the face of emergencies, parents and medical staff should stay calm and not panic, so as not to aggravate the child\’s nervousness. Take measures quickly: During the first aid process, measures should be taken quickly to shorten the convulsion time as much as possible and reduce the damage to the child. Avoid over-stimulation: During the child\’s convulsions, do not over-stimulate the child, such as shaking hard, calling loudly, etc., to avoid aggravating the condition. Contact the doctor in time: While taking first aid measures, you should contact the doctor or send to the hospital for treatment in time for further treatment of the condition. Febrile seizure in children is an emergency situation and requires timely first aid measures to avoid causing greater damage to the child. Parents and medical staff need to understand and master relevant first aid methods so that they can take quick measures in an emergency. At the same time, attention should be paid to preventing the occurrence of febrile convulsions in daily life, such as strengthening exercise, improving immunity, and avoiding infections. If a child develops symptoms of febrile convulsions, he or she should seek medical treatment promptly and follow the doctor\’s instructions for treatment to avoid delaying the condition. Through scientific and reasonable first aid measures and preventive measures, we can effectively reduce the incidence and harm of febrile convulsions in children and ensure the health and safety of children.