Fainting Care

Although frightening, and perhaps a little embarrassing, fainting (loss of consciousness) is generally not a reason to panic. One in three people fainted at least once in life, often before age 35 or after age 65.

Fainting is caused by the abrupt reduction of cerebral irrigation. The following are some tips for first aid care in case of fainting.

1. Place the victim in a cool place with adequate ventilation.

2. It is necessary to circulate the blood in greater quantity in the brain and organs, this pair raises the lower limbs.

3. To prevent or stifle the victim vomits, turn the victim's head to the side.

4. Loosen victim's clothing, for better circulation.

5. Do not give the victim fluids after fainting. The victim may not be fully recovered with his reflexes and drown.

6. After approximately one minute after the fall, the flow of blood to the brain is restored again and recovers consciousness.

7. Do not let the victim walking alone after fainting. Make her sit down and take a deep breath after helping her for a walk, breathing deeply and slowly. Thus there is a gradual upgrading the vertical position thus avoiding another faint, which can occur if her rise sharply.

8. After these procedures, the victim can give water.

If you have any chronic health condition (cardiovascular disease, hypertension or diabetes) in combination with recurrent fainting and abrupt, especially related to exercise, ask your doctor to assess the problem.