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What is a common characteristic shared by delirium and psychosis?
What is a common characteristic shared by delirium and psychosis?
- Both disorders are exclusively linked to rapid changes in brain function.
- Both disorders involve a loss of contact with reality. (correct)
- Both disorders are characterized by recurrent seizures.
- Both disorders are primarily caused by involuntary muscle contractions.
Which of the following best describes the difference between convulsions and seizures?
Which of the following best describes the difference between convulsions and seizures?
- Convulsions are involuntary muscle contractions, while seizures are sudden, irregular movements of the body. (correct)
- Convulsions are a symptom of both epilepsy and delirium, while seizures are only associated with epilepsy.
- Convulsions are a symptom of epilepsy, while seizures are a symptom of delirium.
- Convulsions are caused by sudden bursts of electrical activity in the brain, while seizures are involuntary muscle contractions.
Which of the following situations is NOT a potential trigger for delirium?
Which of the following situations is NOT a potential trigger for delirium?
- A history of recurrent seizures. (correct)
- A significant change in medication
- A severe infection
- A sudden increase in stress
Which of the following best describes the relationship between epilepsy and seizures?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between epilepsy and seizures?
Based on the information about psychosis and delirium, which of the following statements is TRUE?
Based on the information about psychosis and delirium, which of the following statements is TRUE?
Flashcards
Psychosis
Psychosis
A severe mental disorder where reality contact is lost.
Delirium
Delirium
Sudden and severe confusion caused by fast brain function changes.
Convulsions
Convulsions
Sudden, irregular movements due to muscle contractions, often linked to epilepsy.
Epilepsy
Epilepsy
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Seizures
Seizures
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Study Notes
Psychosis
- A severe mental disorder
- Thought and emotions are significantly impaired
- Reality contact is lost
Delirium
- Sudden and severe confusion
- Caused by rapid brain function changes
Convulsions
- Sudden, irregular body movements
- Result from involuntary muscle contractions
- Often linked to epilepsy or brain disorders
Epilepsy and Seizures
- A neurological disorder
- Characterized by recurrent seizures
- Seizures are sudden bursts of electrical activity in the brain
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