probably have a fit within five minutes.

Unfortunately, in 60 per cent of cases, there is no warning at all, while
in those cases which do exhibit an aura, the measures mentioned above more
often fail than succeed.

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CHAPTER VI

FIRST-AID TO VICTIMS

"First-aid is the assistance which can be given in case of emergency by
those who, with certain easily acquired knowledge are in a position,
not only to relieve the sufferer, but also to prevent further mischief
being done pending the arrival of a doctor."--Dickey.

_Never try to cut short a fit_. Placing smelling-salts beneath the nose,
together with all other remedies for people who have "fainted", are useless
in epilepsy.

Lay the patient on his back, with head slightly raised; admit air freely;
remove scarf or collar and tie, unfasten waistcoat, shirt, stays or other
tight garments, and if it be known or observed that the victim wears
artificial teeth, remove them.

If five people are at hand, let two persons grasp each a leg of the victim,
holding it above the ankle and above the knee; two others should each hold
a hand and the shoulder; the fifth supports the head. Do not kneel opposite
the feet or you may receive a severe kick. Prevent the limbs from striking