What is the FIRST intervention to normalize fetal heart rate after a seizure?

The first intervention to normalize fetal heart rate after a seizure is to assist with maternal position changes. During and after a seizure, the mother's body may experience significant physiological changes that can affect blood flow and oxygenation to the fetus. By positioning the mother on her side, typically the left lateral position, you can help improve uteroplacental blood flow and enhance oxygen delivery to the baby. This change in position aids in mitigating the effects of compression on the major blood vessels and promotes better circulation, which can help stabilize the fetal heart rate.

Turning the mother onto her side can also reduce pressure on the vena cava, which may further assist in improving maternal blood flow. This positioning can have a quick and positive effect on both the mother and fetus, making it a priority intervention in this scenario. Other interventions may follow, but ensuring that maternal positioning is optimized is essential for providing immediate support for the fetal heart rate.