Epilepsy and Seizure Treatments Quiz

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Which type of seizures affects both sides of the brain?

Generalized seizures

In which type of seizures are located in just one area of the brain?

Focal seizures

What type of seizures start as focal seizures and then spread to both sides of the brain?

Secondary generalized seizures

Which of the following is a treatment for epilepsy?

Anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) Signup and view all the answers

How do anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) work?

By controlling seizure activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for drug selection in epilepsy treatment?

Type of seizures Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial for AED therapy to be effective?

Patient adherence Signup and view all the answers

What may be a side effect of AEDs?

Teratogenic effects Signup and view all the answers

How should discontinuation of AEDs be done?

Gradually Signup and view all the answers

Which type of seizures are located in just one area of the brain and can be simple or complex?

Focal seizures Signup and view all the answers

What are the various types of treatments for epilepsy?

Anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs), surgery, electrical devices, and special diets Signup and view all the answers

What is important for most AEDs in terms of monitoring?

Monitoring serum drug levels Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the abnormal electrical signals in the brain that lead to seizures?

Rapid firing from neurons Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of seizures on a person's life?

Devastating effects on activities Signup and view all the answers

What can cause a patient with seizures to develop unhealthy activities?

Stigma, anxiety, and fear Signup and view all the answers

How can seizures be stopped when they are due to a severe acute condition?

Correcting the underlying condition Signup and view all the answers

What type of neurotransmitter is released by excitatory neurons?

Glutamate Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of inhibitory neurons in the brain?

To stop an action Signup and view all the answers

What happens when there is an imbalance between excitatory and inhibitory neurons?

Seizures Signup and view all the answers

What might a patient report before a seizure occurs?

A flashing light Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is not mentioned as a potential cause of seizures?

Hypertension Signup and view all the answers

What might be observed in a patient experiencing a seizure?

Dilated pupils Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of neurons in the brain?

To handle and transmit information Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a symptom that may precede a seizure?

Increased level of consciousness Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Understanding Epilepsy and Seizure Treatments

Epilepsy is diagnosed after two or more seizures
There are two major types of seizures: generalized and focal
Generalized seizures affect both sides of the brain and can include absence seizures and tonic-clonic seizures
Focal seizures are located in just one area of the brain and can be simple or complex
Secondary generalized seizures start as focal seizures and then spread to both sides of the brain
Treatments for epilepsy include anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs), surgery, electrical devices, and special diets
AEDs work by suppressing discharge of neurons and controlling seizure activity
Drug selection is based on the type of seizures and effectiveness is evaluated through a trial period
Various types of AEDs are used when primary drugs are not effective alone
Patient adherence is crucial for AED therapy to be effective
Side effects of AEDs vary and may include teratogenic effects, drug interactions, and blood dyscrasias
Discontinuation of AEDs should be done gradually, and monitoring of serum drug levels is important for most AEDs.

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