Lecture 10 Flashcards
Which of the following best defines a seizure?
A. A progressive loss of neuronal function due to chronic ischemia
B. A sudden, paroxysmal electrical discharge of neurons in the brain
C. A continuous degeneration of motor neurons leading to spasticity
D. A gradual buildup of neurotransmitters causing synaptic fatigue
B
What are the other terms for seizures?
Convulsion, fit, spell, ictus
Which of the following are general characteristics of a seizure? (Select all that apply)
A. Unprovoked and unpredictable onset
B. Begins gradually with warning signs lasting hours
C. Involuntary tonic and/or clonic movements
D. Typically begins abruptly
E. Duration is under conscious control
F. Progresses with possible loss of consciousness
G. Duration uncontrollable
A, C, D, F, G
Which of the following are etiologies for primary (idiopathic) seizures? (Select all that apply)
A. Genetic predisposition
B. Brain tumor
C. Neurologic abnormalities
D. Head trauma
E. Unknown structural cause
F. Electrolyte imbalance
A, C
Question:
Which of the following are considered secondary (symptomatic) causes of seizures? (Select all that apply)
A. Brain tumor
B. Genetic predisposition
C. Perinatal injuries
D. Cerebrovascular disease (CVD)
E. Complication of cancer
F. Idiopathic neural activity
G. Central nervous system infection
H. Trauma
J. Infections
A,C,D, E,H,J
Which of the following are commonly used methods for the diagnosis of seizures? (Select all that apply)
A. Clinical signs and symptoms
B. Patient history
C. Electroencephalography (EEG)
D. Functional neuroimaging
E. Complete blood count (CBC)
F. Pulmonary function testing
G. Skin biopsy
A,B,C,D
Seizures are classified upon diagnosis based on which of the following factors? (Select all that apply)
A. Age-related onset
B. Symptoms exhibited during the episode
C. Anatomic localization in the brain
D. Blood pressure levels during seizure
E. Duration of seizure
F. Patient’s hydration status
A,B,C
