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What is the primary difference between seizures and epilepsy?
What is the primary difference between seizures and epilepsy?
- Seizures are always triggered by fever, while epilepsy is not.
- Epilepsy is characterized by 2 or more seizures, while seizures may only occur once. (correct)
- Seizures involve altered levels of consciousness, while epilepsy does not.
- Epilepsy results in motor and sensory changes, while seizures do not.
Which factor is particularly risky in relation to seizures and epilepsy?
Which factor is particularly risky in relation to seizures and epilepsy?
- Food allergies
- Adult age
- Regular exercise
- Febrile states, especially in children (correct)
How do seizures manifest in terms of behavior or sensory abilities?
How do seizures manifest in terms of behavior or sensory abilities?
- Seizures result in altered levels of consciousness and changes in motor or sensory ability. (correct)
- Seizures are always accompanied by unconsciousness.
- Seizures cause fever in patients.
- Seizures lead to abnormal brain electrical activity.
What characterizes the electrical activity in the brain during epilepsy?
What characterizes the electrical activity in the brain during epilepsy?
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Which statement is true about seizures and epilepsy?
Which statement is true about seizures and epilepsy?
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