FAINTING

Symptoms | When to call | Homecare Advice

Symptom Definition

• Fainting (passing out) is when a person loses consciousness for a short amount of time. Usually the person falls to the ground or slumps over.
• Awakens in less than 1 minute.

FIRST AID Advice for Fainting

• Lie down with feet elevated.

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