Did you know that 1 in 10 people will experience a seizure in their lifetime? Just like we learn Basic First Aid, CPR, and the choking rescue technique to handle medical emergencies, know how to recognize and respond to seizure can be lifesaving. It's knowledge that empowers you to act when it matters most!
Seizure Action Plan Basics
- What is it? Detailed seizure-related information abou the individual.
- Who Uses It? Every adult/individual who interacts with you daily.
- Where is it Kept? With your family, your work or your school.
- Why is it Necessary? To recognize your seizures and determine when it's an emergency.
- Who Will Benefit? Everyone can benefit!
- Where You Can Get It: Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois
Creating a Seizure Action Plan for Work or School
A Seizure Action Plan is essential in every workplace and school. It provides colleagues, supervisors, and teachers with clear steps to respond quickly and confidently during a seizure, ensuring safety and fostering inclusivity. Developing a plan is a proactive way to build understanding and preparedness for seizure emergencies.
Follow these steps to get started:
Start the Conversation: Inform your employer, HR department, school administrator, or teacher about the importance of having a Seizure Action Plan in place. Share resources to help them understand how it benefits everyone involved.
Develop Your Plan: Collaborate with your healthcare provider to create a detailed Seizure Action Plan tailored to your needs. Include informatoin about seizure types, triggers, medications, and emergency contacts, as well as specific instructions for responding to different situations.
Share Your Plan: Provide your Seizure Action Plan to key individuals such as your manager, HR representative, trusted coworkers, teacher, school nurse, or administrator. Discuss the plan with them and address any questions they might have.
Educate Your Team: Offer to share resources or organize training sessions on seizure recognition and first aid. Whether it's colleagues at work or school personnel. Education empowers your team to respond with confidence.
Review and Update Regularly: Revisit your plan periodically to ensure it reflects any changes in your condition, treatment, or daily routines, whether at work or school.