Epilepsy/LOC History Flashcards
1
Q
HPC questions
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Did something trigger it e.g. physical exertion, standing from sitting, rapid flickering light?
Did you feel before the event like something was going to happen or notice any strange sensations?
Were you awake when you collapsed?
Were you making any movements/what were they?
How long did it last for?
Did you bit your tongue?
Did you pee or have a bowel movement?
Did you begin to look blue?
How long did it take for you to feel yourself again?
Did anything make you feel better after the event?
Did you injure yourself?
2
Q
Past medical history?
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Anything like this before?
Any history of epilepsy, heart disease?
3
Q
Social history?
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What do you do for work?
Do you drive?
