Adult Seizures Flashcards

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What does the Status Epilepticus refer to in the Adult Seizure Guideline

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  • > or equal to 5 minutes of continuous seizure activity
  • Multiple Sezures without full recovery of consciousness
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What should be considered in Pregnant patients who experience a Seizure

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  • Eclampsia
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What are the 6 causes of seizures to consider?

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  • Hypoxia
  • Menningitis
  • ICH/Stroke
  • Hypoglycaemia
  • Head Trauma
  • Electrolyte Disturbance
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What is the management of a patient experiencing a GCSE

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  • Oxygen 15/L
  • Midazolam
  • Airway Monitoring
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What is the Midazolam dose for a healthy Pt and when can it be repeated

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  • 10mg IM
  • Repeated @ 10minutes
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What is the Midazolam dose for a Small, Frail or elderly Pt and when can it be repeated

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  • 5mg IM
  • Repeated @ 5minutes
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