Fainting
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Fainting is loss of consciousness caused by a temporary lack of oxygen to the
brain. Known by the medical term "syncope," fainting may be preceded by dizziness,
nausea, or a feeling of extreme weakness.
brain. Known by the medical term "syncope," fainting may be preceded by dizziness,
nausea, or a feeling of extreme weakness.
first aid provided
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Make the Person Safe
2. Try to Revive the Person
3. Do Home Care for Simple Fainting
4. Call a Health Care Provider
See a health care provider right away if the person:
- Lay the person flat on his or her back.
- Elevate the person's legs to restore blood flow to the brain.
- Loosen tight clothing.
2. Try to Revive the Person
- Shake the person vigorously, tap briskly, or yell.
- If the person doesn't respond, call 911 immediately.
3. Do Home Care for Simple Fainting
- If the person is alert, give fruit juice, especially if the person has not
eaten in more than 6 hours or has diabetes.
- Stay with the person until the person is fully recovered.
4. Call a Health Care Provider
See a health care provider right away if the person:
- Hit his or her head when fainting
- Faints more than once in a month
- Is pregnant or has a heart condition or other serious illness
- Experiences unusual symptoms, such as chest pain, shortness of breath, confusion, blurred vision, or difficulty talking