What are the first aid methods for children with fever and convulsions?

Fever itself is a common disease in life. As long as the fever can be reduced as soon as possible, it is generally harmless and will not hinder the child's development and growth. However, when the body temperature has not shown a downward trend and a persistent high fever occurs, the consequences are still very serious. It is very easy to have a high fever convulsion, leading to convulsions, and even endangering the safety of the child. So what are the first aid methods for children with fever and convulsions?

1. Lying on your side or with your head tilted to one side

Immediately help the baby lie sideways on his stomach, with his head slightly tilted back and his chin slightly protruding forward, without a pillow; or remove the pillow and let the baby lie flat with his head tilted to one side. In this way, the root of the tongue will not block the airway and vomiting will not cause suffocation. Never give your baby medicine when he or she is having a seizure, otherwise there is a risk of aspiration pneumonia.

2. Keep the airway open

Unbutton your collar, wrap a tongue depressor or chopsticks with soft cloth or handkerchief and place it between the upper and lower molars to prevent biting your tongue. At the same time, use a handkerchief or gauze to promptly clear the secretions from the baby's mouth and nose to keep the respiratory tract open.

3. Control convulsions

Use your fingers to pinch and press the baby's Ren Zhong, Hegu, Neiguan and other acupoints for two or three minutes, and keep the surrounding environment quiet. Try to move the child as little as possible to reduce unnecessary stimulation.

4. Lower your body temperature

Place cold towels on the baby's forehead, palms, and thighs, and change them frequently; keep the towel temperature not too high, or fill a hot water bottle with cold or ice water, wrap it with a towel and place it on the baby's pillow, neck, and thighs. If conditions permit, measure body temperature in time, which is very helpful for the diagnosis of the disease.

5. Seek medical attention promptly

Even if the baby's convulsions have stopped after emergency treatment, you should go to the hospital to further find out the real cause of the convulsions. If the baby's convulsions last for more than 5 minutes and cannot be relieved, or if the convulsions occur repeatedly in a short period of time, it indicates that the condition is serious and the baby must be rushed to the hospital. During the medical consultation, keep your baby exposed and straighten his neck to keep his airway open. Do not wrap your baby too tightly as this may block the mouth and nose, causing airway obstruction or even suffocation and death.

Through the above introduction, everyone knows the first aid methods for children with fever and convulsions. Family members need to stay with their children at all times and take emergency measures in case of emergencies. After the child's seizure stops, he or she should receive professional and systematic diagnosis and treatment. Do not delay, and do not give the child medication without authorization.