Epileptic Control

Question 1

Objective

Answer 1

Prevent occurrence of seizures by maintaining effective dose of antiepileptic drug/s

Question 2

Treatment

Answer 2

Start at lowest dose and increase gradually until seizures controlled
Monitor side effects
Usually dose is TWICE DAILY (if longer half life give ONCE)

Question 3

Definition

Answer 3

Sudden surge of electrical activity of neurons in brain

Question 4

Non-epileptic seizures

Answer 4

Unrelated to abnormal brain activity

1. Organic e.g. hypoglycemia, fever
2. Psychological e.g. distressing thoughts (stress)