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What type of generalized seizure involves both stiffening of muscles and rhythmic jerking of extremities?
What type of generalized seizure involves both stiffening of muscles and rhythmic jerking of extremities?
Which seizure type is characterized by brief jerking or stiffening of the extremities?
Which seizure type is characterized by brief jerking or stiffening of the extremities?
What is a common manifestation during the clonic phase of a tonic-clonic seizure?
What is a common manifestation during the clonic phase of a tonic-clonic seizure?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a tonic seizure?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a tonic seizure?
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What occurs during the postictal phase following a tonic-clonic seizure?
What occurs during the postictal phase following a tonic-clonic seizure?
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Which type of seizure has a loss of consciousness without notable motor activity?
Which type of seizure has a loss of consciousness without notable motor activity?
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What duration describes an absence seizure?
What duration describes an absence seizure?
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Which of the following describes an atonic seizure?
Which of the following describes an atonic seizure?
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Which of the following factors is a common trigger for seizures?
Which of the following factors is a common trigger for seizures?
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Generalized seizures involve which of the following?
Generalized seizures involve which of the following?
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What distinguishes complex partial seizures from simple partial seizures?
What distinguishes complex partial seizures from simple partial seizures?
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Which statement accurately describes a simple partial seizure?
Which statement accurately describes a simple partial seizure?
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What types of sensations might a person experience during a simple partial seizure?
What types of sensations might a person experience during a simple partial seizure?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of complex partial seizures?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of complex partial seizures?
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During which type of partial seizure may a person exhibit behaviors they are not aware of?
During which type of partial seizure may a person exhibit behaviors they are not aware of?
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What is the primary focus of nursing care during a seizure?
What is the primary focus of nursing care during a seizure?
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Which action is appropriate after a seizure has occurred?
Which action is appropriate after a seizure has occurred?
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What should be avoided during a seizure to prevent injury?
What should be avoided during a seizure to prevent injury?
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What is the primary goal when administering antiepileptic drugs?
What is the primary goal when administering antiepileptic drugs?
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Why is it essential to educate clients about taking antiepileptic medications consistently?
Why is it essential to educate clients about taking antiepileptic medications consistently?
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What position should a client be placed in after a seizure?
What position should a client be placed in after a seizure?
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What common side effect should clients be monitored for when on antiepileptic medications?
What common side effect should clients be monitored for when on antiepileptic medications?
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Which factor can potentially trigger seizures in clients?
Which factor can potentially trigger seizures in clients?
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What should be done regarding the monitoring of antiepileptic drug levels?
What should be done regarding the monitoring of antiepileptic drug levels?
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What is a potential consequence of developing tolerance to antiseizure medications over time?
What is a potential consequence of developing tolerance to antiseizure medications over time?
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What is the purpose of initiating a social services referral for a client with seizure activity?
What is the purpose of initiating a social services referral for a client with seizure activity?
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What specific type of seizures is vagal nerve stimulation used to treat?
What specific type of seizures is vagal nerve stimulation used to treat?
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What should clients avoid to prevent complications while using a vagal nerve stimulator?
What should clients avoid to prevent complications while using a vagal nerve stimulator?
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Which statement is correct regarding responsive neurostimulation systems (RNS)?
Which statement is correct regarding responsive neurostimulation systems (RNS)?
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What is a characteristic of laser interstitial thermal therapy (LiTT)?
What is a characteristic of laser interstitial thermal therapy (LiTT)?
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Which procedure is typically done before conventional surgical procedures for seizures?
Which procedure is typically done before conventional surgical procedures for seizures?
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What role does the disability office play for a school-age child with seizure activity?
What role does the disability office play for a school-age child with seizure activity?
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What is a common misconception regarding seizure-related discrimination?
What is a common misconception regarding seizure-related discrimination?
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What is the primary function of the vagal nerve stimulator device?
What is the primary function of the vagal nerve stimulator device?
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Which of the following actions can clients with a vagal nerve stimulator take during a seizure?
Which of the following actions can clients with a vagal nerve stimulator take during a seizure?
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What does the intracarotid amobarbital (Wada) test primarily assess?
What does the intracarotid amobarbital (Wada) test primarily assess?
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What is the purpose of a partial corpus callosotomy?
What is the purpose of a partial corpus callosotomy?
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What potential complication might arise from surgical procedures on the brain?
What potential complication might arise from surgical procedures on the brain?
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Which nursing action is essential for a client with seizures?
Which nursing action is essential for a client with seizures?
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What aspect of antiepileptic drug (AED) management is critical for clients?
What aspect of antiepileptic drug (AED) management is critical for clients?
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Which is a potential limitation for individuals with a history of seizures regarding driving?
Which is a potential limitation for individuals with a history of seizures regarding driving?
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How can an individual's seizures impact the effectiveness of oral contraceptives?
How can an individual's seizures impact the effectiveness of oral contraceptives?
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What kind of testing can evaluate if visuospatial function is affected?
What kind of testing can evaluate if visuospatial function is affected?
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In performing a brain procedure, which of these factors must be significant in decision-making?
In performing a brain procedure, which of these factors must be significant in decision-making?
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What should clients with a history of seizures be educated about regarding their condition?
What should clients with a history of seizures be educated about regarding their condition?
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What defines status epilepticus?
What defines status epilepticus?
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Which is a complication of status epilepticus?
Which is a complication of status epilepticus?
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Which nursing action is NOT a priority for managing status epilepticus?
Which nursing action is NOT a priority for managing status epilepticus?
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What is one of the primary risk factors for Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP)?
What is one of the primary risk factors for Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP)?
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Which nursing action is important for the prevention of SUDEP?
Which nursing action is important for the prevention of SUDEP?
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What percentage of SUDEP cases occur during sleep?
What percentage of SUDEP cases occur during sleep?
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Which of the following is a non-pharmacological intervention for managing seizure activity?
Which of the following is a non-pharmacological intervention for managing seizure activity?
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Why is it important for clients to keep a journal of their seizure activity?
Why is it important for clients to keep a journal of their seizure activity?
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Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of status epilepticus?
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of status epilepticus?
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What is a common emergency medication used in the treatment of status epilepticus?
What is a common emergency medication used in the treatment of status epilepticus?
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Study Notes
Seizure Triggering Factors
- Increased physical activity
- Excessive stress
- Hyperventilation
- Overwhelming fatigue
- Acute alcohol ingestion
- Excessive caffeine intake
- Exposure to flashing lights
- Substances like cocaine, aerosols, and inhaled glue products
- Illness
Seizure Types: Generalized Seizures
- Involve both cerebral hemispheres
- Can begin with an aura (altered vision, smell, hearing, or feelings)
- Five types:
- Tonic-clonic:
- Tonic phase (muscle stiffening, loss of consciousness, few seconds)
- Clonic phase (rhythmic jerking, 1-2 minutes)
- Breathing stops/irregular, cyanosis possible, cheek/tongue biting, incontinence
- Postictal phase (confusion, sleepiness)
- Tonic:
- Only tonic phase experienced
- Sudden loss of consciousness, increased muscle tone, autonomic manifestations (arrhythmia, apnea, vomiting, incontinence, salivation)
- Generally lasts less than 30 seconds (some sources say several minutes)
- Clonic:
- Only clonic phase experienced (rhythmic jerking)
- Muscles contract and relax
- Can last several minutes
- Myoclonic:
- Brief jerking or stiffening of extremities (symmetrical or asymmetrical)
- Lasts seconds
- Atonic/Akinetic:
- Loss of muscle tone for a few seconds
- Often results in falling
- Followed by confusion
- Absence:
- Loss of consciousness (10-30 seconds)
- No or mild symmetrical activity (e.g., blinking.)
- Can occur hundreds of times daily
- Rare in adults, usually stops during adolescence
- Tonic-clonic:
Seizure Types: Focal Seizures
- Involve only one cerebral hemisphere
- Two types:
- Partial/focal/local: (specific information not provided)
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This quiz explores the various triggering factors of seizures and the different types of generalized seizures. You will learn about specific causes such as stress and physical activity, as well as the features of tonic-clonic and tonic seizures. Test your knowledge on this vital topic related to epilepsy.
