January 4, 2026

First Seizure Explained | History, Red Flags & Patient Counselling | OSCE Talk

In this episode of Osce Talk, we cover how to take a focused first seizure history and how to explain a seizure to patients in clear, patient-friendly language.We walk through:How to structure a first seizure history (before, during, after)Key red flags you must not miss in OSCEsHow to explain what a seizure is (and why it’s not always epilepsy)Immediate seizure first aid advice for patients and familiesDriving advice and DVLA rules you need to mentionWhen to refer for neurology follow-up, EEG, and imagingThis episode is ideal for:Medical students preparing for OSCEsFoundation doctors in A&E; or GPAnyone needing a clear framework for first seizure counselling🎧 Listen alongside our Epilepsy History episode for a complete approach.

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