Epilepsy Flashcards
1
Q
What is epilepsy
A
A seizure that is sudden and uncontrolled
2
Q
Aetiology
A
Genetic syndromes
Metabolic disorders
Seizure disorders
3
Q
Nursing diagnoses
A
Risk of trauma r/t loss of large muscle coordination
Risk of ineffective airway r/t neuromuscular impairment
Risk of injury r/t weakness
4
Q
Assessments
A
PERRLA
Access for slurred speech
Neuro assessment
5
Q
Interventions
A
Teach SO to recognise warning signs
Maintain lying position, flat surface, turn head to side
Enforce education and to disease
6
Q
Rational for
Teach SO to recognise warning signs
Maintain lying position, flat surface, turn head to side
Enforce education and to disease
A
To prevent secondary trauma
To promote airway clearance
So the pt can recognise signs and symptoms of seizure
