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Symptoms of electric shock

The symptoms of an electric shock depend on how severe it is.

Potential symptoms of an electric shock include:

• loss of consciousness
• muscle spasms
• numbness or tingling
• breathing problems
• headache
• problems with vision or hearing
• burns
• seizures
• irregular heartbeat
• compartment syndrome

What to do when someone has an electric shock

If someone else receives a shock, keep several things in mind to both help them and keep yourself safe:

• Don’t touch someone who has been shocked if they’re still in contact with the source of electricity.
• Don’t move someone who has been shocked, unless they’re in danger of further shock.
• Turn off the flow of electricity if possible. If you can’t, move the source of electricity away from the person using a non-conducting object. Wood and rubber are both good options. Just make sure you don’t use anything that’s wet or metal based.
• Stay at least 20 feet away if they’ve been shocked by high-voltage power lines that are still on.
• Call 911 or local emergency services if the person was struck by lightning or if they came into contact with high-voltage electricity, such as power lines.
• Call 911 or local emergency services if the person has trouble breathing, loses consciousness, has seizures, has muscle pain or numbness, or is feeling symptoms of a heart issue, including a fast heartbeat.
• Check the person’s breathing and pulse. If necessary, start CPR until emergency help arrives.
• If the person is showing signs of shock, such as vomiting or becoming faint or very pale, elevate their legs and feet slightly, unless this causes too much pain.
• Cover burns with sterile gauze if you can. Don’t use Band-Aids or anything else that might stick to the burn.
• Keep the person warm.

Treatment for electric shocks 

Depending on the injuries, potential electric shock treatments include:

• burn treatment, including the application of antibiotic ointment and sterile dressings
• pain medication
• intravenous fluids
• a tetanus shot, depending on the source of the shock and how it occurred

For severe shocks, a doctor may recommend staying in the hospital for a day or two so they can monitor you for any heart issues or severe injuries.

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