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Fainting

Fainting can be caused by fatigue, hunger, dehydration, sudden emotional upset, a poorly ventilated room, or rapid change in body position. Fainting is usually accompanied by pale, clammy skin & rapid pulse.

If someone around you faints

  • Lower their heads between knees, or
  • Have them lie flat with feet elevated
  • Apply cool compresses to back of the neck and forehead
  • Loosen tight clothing
  • Do not leave alone or give any fluids until fully recovered
  • Seek medical attention if the person hit his/her head when fainting or experienced seizure-like activity (involuntary muscle movement)