I look after a friend with seizures, both absence and grand mal. when she has a major seizure, what should i do besides clear the space? how can i help her?

Seizure Support: The best actions to take during a witnessed seizure are to talk to the individual calmly and let them know you're there to help; roll them to their side to protect the airway in case of vomiting; time the seizure as this could be important; keep a small bag with a sheet and pillow handy for privacy and comfort after the seizure. Some people urinate and are embarrassed after a seizure.

Learn by reading: You should look up Epilepsy, Grandmal Seizures so that you will be aware of how to help someone having a seizure. Seizures may look frightening but are self limited to a period of 2-5 minutes of convulsions, then they stop and person may go to sleep for a few minutes. All you need to do is hold them so they do not hurt themselves or aspirate , so turn them to the side to make their airway clear.

Airway: Always make sure that she has an unobstructed airway while she is having a seizure. Pay close attention to the sound of her breathing. There should be little if any sound as she breathes in and out. It may help to roll her on her side to keep her tongue from blocking her airway. Have her doctor write a prescription for both an oral airway and a nasal trumpet with as needed refills. Get training on

First aid: First aid means putting her down on the floor, away from sharp furniture corners. Turn her on the side. If her mouth is open, put something soft between the teeth (hanky or even a sock), then sweep her mouth to clear any contents. If the teeth are clenched, do not pry them open, as you may break teeth. If she vomits, tip her further over. If more than 2-4 minutes passes, call 911.

KEEP HER SAFE: But one of the best things you could do is help her find a neurologist at a nearby medical school who specializes in epilepsy, as she may benefit from medication changes, placement of a VNS unit, or even surgery to correct focus of seizures. Get a second opinion!!!