Epilepsy Flashcards
1
Q
What is major epilepsy
A
this is a neurological disorder marked by sudden recurret episodes of sensory distrubances, loss of conciousness and convulsions associated with the abnormal electrical activity in the brain
2
Q
list 5 signs and symptoms of epilepsy
A
cessation of breathig
loss of conciousness
cyanosis of mouth and lips
convulsive movement
difficult or noisy breathing
rigidity
froth from mouth
loss of control of bladder and the bowel
3
Q
List the treatment for epilepsy
A
Lay casualty down gently
place somethig soft uder casualtys head
once convulsios has stopped place in recovery position
stay with casualty util recovery is complete