Creating Anki Flashcards: Epilepsy & Sleep

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary cause of seizures in epilepsy?

**Allergic reactions**

**Genetic mutations**

**Acquired brain injury** (correct)

**Neurotransmitter imbalance**

Which sleep stage is most associated with vivid dreaming?

**Stage NREM 1**

**REM sleep** (correct)

**Stage NREM 3**

**Stage NREM 2**

What is the role of the sleep-wake cycle in managing epilepsy?

**It has no effect on seizure frequency**

**It can help stabilize seizure control** (correct)

**It only affects medication efficacy**

**It is unrelated to brain health**

Which medication is commonly prescribed for epilepsy management?

Lamotrigine Signup and view all the answers

What is a common trigger for seizures during sleep?

Sleep deprivation Signup and view all the answers

What effect does poor sleep quality have on individuals with epilepsy?

It can increase the likelihood of seizures Signup and view all the answers

How does circadian rhythm relate to epilepsy?

It can dictate seizure patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of untreated epilepsy?

Increased risk of brain injury Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action of the superior oblique muscle?

Depression Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is primarily responsible for eye elevation?

Superior rectus Signup and view all the answers

What is the secondary action of the inferior oblique muscle?

Extorsion Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is not involved in adduction of the eye?

Lateral rectus Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action of the inferior rectus muscle?

Depression Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle primarily controls eye abduction?

Lateral rectus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following muscles is innervated by the trochlear nerve?

Superior oblique Signup and view all the answers

What action is unique to the medial rectus muscle?

Adduction Signup and view all the answers

What is the secondary action of the superior rectus muscle?

Intorsion Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle functions solely in the horizontal plane?

Medial rectus Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anki Flashcard Deck Creation Guide

Objective: Create an Anki flashcard deck for studying epilepsy and sleep from a provided Word document.
Content: The document contains exam-style questions and answers related to epilepsy and sleep.
Format:
- Front (Question):
  - Justified text for the question.
  - Two blank lines between the question and the first answer choice.
  - No spaces between answer choices.
  - Answer choices labeled with letters (a, b, c, d, e) in bold.
- Back (Answer):
  - Correct answer in bold.
  - Explanatory comment justified.
  - Two blank lines between the bold answer and the comment.
- HTML: Use HTML for proper formatting, allowing for image inclusion.
Image Handling:
- Include images referenced in the question or answer text.
- Embed images referenced in the text, such as figures (e.g., Figure 2.4 on page 116).
Multiple Questions with Same Answer:
- If multiple questions share the same answer text, create separate front cards, but maintain the same back card content.
Translation:
- Translate English questions and answers to formal medical Portuguese.
AI Assistance:
- AI utilized only for transcription; no manipulation of content.
Workflow:
- Locate questions in the provided Word document.
- Find corresponding answers in the document.
- Assemble front and back cards in the specified format.
- Utilize HTML to properly format and include images.
- Import the cards into Anki using the CSV format.

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This guide provides a detailed approach to creating an Anki flashcard deck focused on epilepsy and sleep. It outlines formatting specifics for both questions and answers, including the incorporation of images and exam-style layouts. Perfect for students looking to enhance their study techniques effectively.