15 Questions
What is the major potential complication for patients with epilepsy?
Status epilepticus
What is the primary concern for nursing care immediately after a seizure?
Ensuring patient safety and airway clearance
What is the correct action to take to protect the head during a seizure?
Place a pad under the head to prevent injury
Why should constrictive clothing be loosened during a seizure?
To prevent injury and allow breathing
What is the appropriate nursing intervention to prevent aspiration after a seizure?
Turn the patient to one side
Why is it advised not to restrain the patient during a seizure?
Restraint can result in injury due to strong contractions
What is the rationale behind removing pillows and raising side rails if the patient is in bed during a seizure?
To prevent suffocation
Why should any attempt to open clenched jaws or insert objects into the mouth be avoided during a seizure?
To prevent choking hazards and dental injuries
How does an aura impact the management of a seizure?
It allows time for the patient to seek a safe, private place
How does MRI contribute to the management of epilepsy?
By detecting structural lesions that may be causing seizures
What role does SPECT play in managing epilepsy?
Identifying the epileptogenic zone in the brain
Why should women with epilepsy who are at high risk be closely monitored during pregnancy?
To reduce the risk of congenital fetal anomalies
What is a common side effect associated with anticonvulsant medications?
Osteoporosis
Why should a person having a seizure not be held down or restrained?
To allow them to move freely and reduce the risk of injury
What differentiates primary (idiopathic) epilepsy from secondary epilepsy?
Known cause
Learn about the proper first aid measures to take when someone is having a seizure. This includes protecting the head, removing constrictive clothing, and creating a safe environment to prevent injury.
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