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Seizure First Aid
Absence Seizures

Absence Seizures (previously called petit mal seizures)

An absence seizure causes loss of awareness for a brief period. The person stares vacantly, the eyes may drift upwards and flicker. It may be mistaken for daydreaming.

First Aid for absence seizures

Recognize that a seizure has occurred.
Reassure the person, and
Repeat any information that may have been missed during the seizure.

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