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What is the definition of convulsion?
What is the definition of convulsion?
- Abnormal brain activity causing unconsciousness
- Abnormal muscular contractions of either epileptic or nonepileptic origin (correct)
- Sudden loss of muscle tone and consciousness
- Involuntary movements due to metabolic disorders
Which is a cause of acute convulsions with fever in children?
Which is a cause of acute convulsions with fever in children?
- Degenerative brain diseases
- Metabolic disorders like hypoglycemia
- Intracranial infections like meningitis (correct)
- Anoxic conditions like respiratory failure
What is a therapeutic management approach for controlling convulsions?
What is a therapeutic management approach for controlling convulsions?
- Using anticonvulsive drugs (correct)
- Lowering blood pressure with medication
- Administering sedatives
- Increasing body temperature to reduce convulsions
What is a manifestation of encephalitis in children?
What is a manifestation of encephalitis in children?
What is a high-risk factor for children with convulsions?
What is a high-risk factor for children with convulsions?
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What are convulsions?
What are convulsions?
Involuntary muscle contractions, either due to epilepsy or other causes.
What is meningitis?
What is meningitis?
A serious bacterial infection of the brain and spinal cord.
What are anticonvulsive drugs?
What are anticonvulsive drugs?
Medications used to prevent or control seizures.
What is encephalitis?
What is encephalitis?
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What is hyperthermia?
What is hyperthermia?
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