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Seizures and Epilepsy

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What is the term used to describe a temporary disturbance in the electrical activity of the brain?

Seizure (correct)

Convulsion

Stroke

Epilepsy

What is the term used to describe a disorder characterized by 2 or more recurring seizures?

Stroke

Convulsion

Seizure disorder

Epilepsy (correct)

What is a common symptom of a stroke?

Weakness/paralysis on one side of the face/body (correct)

Nausea/vomiting

Intense headache

Head injury

What is a possible cause of a build-up of pressure on the brain?

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What is the term used to describe abnormal involuntary contraction of muscles?

Convulsion Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of epilepsy?

Seizure Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in managing a head injury casualty?

Check for response, use A.V.P.U. to determine level of response. Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible symptom of cerebral compression?

Deteriorating level of consciousness Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible cause of unequal pupil size?

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What is the term used to describe a blockage of blood flow to the brain?

Stroke Signup and view all the answers