Epilepsy And Seizures Overview (CA)
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Which is a cause of Epilepsy:
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Head trauma
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Infectious diseases
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Genetics
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All choices are correct
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Not all seizures are convulsive.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. True -
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The Grand Mal seizure is characterized by:
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Sudden cry and rigidity or stiffening of body
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Convulsions and loss of bladder control
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Shallow breathing and blue skin
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All choices are correct
Correct Answer
A. All choices are correct -
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A Psychosocial aspect that is affected by Epilepsy:
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Employment
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Relationships
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Driving
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All choices are correct
Correct Answer
A. All choices are correct -
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Which is NOT a seizure trigger:
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Menstrual cycles
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Irregular sleep patterns
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Consumption of alcohol & recreational drugs
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Weight loss
Correct Answer
A. Weight loss -
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Epilepsy is most common in middle-aged adults:
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. False -
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Which is not a characteristic of the Absence or Petit Mal seizure:
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Blank stare lasting a few seconds
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Brief lapses of consciousness
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Possible rapid eye blinking or chewing movements
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Stiffening of the body
Correct Answer
A. Stiffening of the body -
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Not all seizures are epileptic in origin. Which is NOT considered a cause of seizures:
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Diabetes
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Febrile
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Fainting spells
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Drugs and alcohol
Correct Answer
A. Fainting spells -
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With proper treatment, ___% can improve seizure control.
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60-70%
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70-80%
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50-60%
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90-100%
Correct Answer
A. 60-70% -
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Which of the following was not addressed when considering home safety for someone with epilepsy or seizures:
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Bicycle safety
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Epilepsy medical alert
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Cooking
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First aid kits
Correct Answer
A. First aid kits -
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