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I was looking over the crowd about half way though my gig last night and a noticed a young girl, I would say early twenty's collapse. It was quite busy so there wasn't a lot of space on the dance floor

I got on the mic and shouted for security, stopped the music and jumped out of the booth. As I'm a registered first aider (been on a few courses) I thought I may be able to help.

I got to her, and I noticed that she was having a epileptic fit, got security to make room for her. You got to makes sure when people have fits, that they don't chew or swallow there tongue. She came round after a minute and half. She was very "space out" which in normal after a fit.

The manager came over and we helped to girl to her feet and he took her to his office and waited for the paramedics to get there.

I got back into the booth and thanked everybody for there patiences and started up again. As I was packing up the manager came over, shuck my hand a thanked me for what I had done.

This was the first time this sort of thing has happened to me and guys, if you can afford it, or if you are employed by a club get them to put you on a first aid course, it's well worth it!!!!!!
 
Posted Sat 25 Apr 09 @ 3:37 am
I had a very similar experience back in 2005. Middle of the set packed dancefloor and i see someone disappear onto the deck. Turns out they slipped on a spillage and smashed their head open on the floor.

Managed to administer first aid myself and we have an Ambulance on seen within 10mins.

Scary stuff when it happens in front of your own eyes though. Congrats mate and well done. Excellent skill for a DJ to have is first aid - especially if someone else will pay for the course =)
 
i bet she was sure glad no kissing was involved... lol

(nice one mate)
 
fair play to you jimmy mate.ive done 1 or 2 courses just reminded me need to update my first aid.not only for in work but also for kids ect.
 
She is lucky you were around Jimmy. The last time a girl passed out at a club I worked she woke up nekkid....sorry, bad joke...
 
dj and a first aid responder. nice. sounds like you handled it very nicely.
 
good work Jimmy...what if it was a guy ???
 
Good work.

I'm proud of you laddie.
 
the last time i saw a girl passout, oh wait it was my wife, in bed and she just fell asleep :(

Nice work Jimmy, shes lucky you were around.
 

Cheers guys,

I was speaking to the manager last night, and he received a email from the girl thanking the club and staff. She made a full recover and only spent 4 hours in hospital.
 
I had a regular at a club have an epileptic seizure also. Caused by the flashing lights. She asked if we could keep the lights off for her, and unfortunately we had to be blunt with her and tell her that it's a nightclub, and bottom line is that if she is going to have seizures from the lights, going to a nightclub is probably not a good idea.

Best thing to do in those cases is actually to keep everyone away and give them space. In a short time they recover and are back to so called "normal" whatever that is gang-lol
 
good job jimbo
 
jimmy b wrote :

I got to her, and I noticed that she was having a epileptic fit, got security to make room for her. You got to makes sure when people have fits, that they don't chew or swallow there tongue.


JimmyB you know I love you honey but since we are on a subject I know a LOT about let's clear up a few things.

(1) It's a seizure, it not a FIT. I have a FIT If I'm getting dressed and my "best bra" is in the dirty cloths hamper.

(2) During a seizure it's NOT POSSIBLE for a human to swallow there tongue, that's folklore. (Unless you are being hanged in the public square)

(3) They may bite their tongue (which is rare) but you do NOT want to go there. DO NOT put your fingers, a spoon or anything in their mouth. You risk possibly injuring yourself or the person having the seizure. (You may bite you tongue after 10 beer's past your limit)

Best course of action: Protect their head from hitting objects during the seizure by providing space which you did, that's all you can or needed to do.

I'm not a registered nurse nor do I play one on TV but my son was diagnosed with Epilepsy at four years old and had seizures till he was 13 years old so I'm well "Old Skooled" on the subject. I'd say 20 minutes after the seizure she was probably feeling good enough to dance your "incredible" YMCA remix.

From what you posted you did the right thing, I can totally visualize some 20 something DJ seeing what was happening but assumed it was his "incredible mix" and figured she was break dancing and would have ignored it. djrobinhamilton is also totally right about the flashing lights can cause a seizure.

Disclaimer: For those who thought I was only 27 (Doing the math based on my son's age) I didn't get this smart till I was 30 something.
 
djrenee wrote :
Disclaimer: For those who thought I was only 27 (Doing the math based on my son's age) I didn't get this smart till I was 30 something.


So, like last year?
 
I just finished a weekend from hell, there are so many people (Mostly Men) who have no business leaving there W.O.W game and trying to interact with REAL PEOPLE.

I'm still young enough to have PMS.

Great answer "Mr. Moderator" .... I feel all better now. :-)
 
Well done Jimbo.

This is why its cool to be a Dj. lol

She will be saying "last night a Dj saved my life"
 

djrenee wrote :


JimmyB you know I love you honey but since we are on a subject I know a LOT about let's clear up a few things.

(1) It's a seizure, it not a FIT. I have a FIT If I'm getting dressed and my "best bra" is in the dirty cloths hamper.

(2) During a seizure it's NOT POSSIBLE for a human to swallow there tongue, that's folklore. (Unless you are being hanged in the public square)

(3) They may bite their tongue (which is rare) but you do NOT want to go there. DO NOT put your fingers, a spoon or anything in their mouth. You risk possibly injuring yourself or the person having the seizure. (You may bite you tongue after 10 beer's past your limit)

Best course of action: Protect their head from hitting objects during the seizure by providing space which you did, that's all you can or needed to do.


Thanks!!!! I'll remember that next time..............
 
I'm a Doc in my day job, sounds like you did the right thing.

As for the "swallowing tongue" thing - whilst its not literally possible to swallow ones tongue, the term refers to the tongue falling to the back of the mouth causing airway obstruction and potentially death.

Seizures in public places:

Send for help (security/ambulance etc)

Ensure they're given plenty of room and move any objects out of the way that they can potentially cause themselves harm with (chairs/tables/punters etc)

As above - don't put anything in the mouth as they may clamp down on it and either bite your fingers off or shatter teeth etc

Loosen any tight clothing around the neck (ties/scarves etc)

If they are vomiting - turn them on their side to allow the vomit to clear the upper airway and prevent it being sucked back onto the lung

Same as above if they bite the tongue

Stay with them, keep talking to them and reassure them that everything is ok. When they wake up allow them to sit up and get up in their own time, they may be drowsy and disorientated, if they insist on leaving then try to make sure that they are with sober/sensible friends.

Seizures can be scary enough in a hospital environment when you have access to drugs and airway support, wouldn't fancy handling one in a busy club surrounded by pissed up punters. Well done, sounds like you did just the right thing! Have an e-pint on me
 


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