Quiz #9 Flashcards
“11b Trauma, Epilepsy and Tumor” (ALL slides)
What is a characteristic a closed brain injury?
It happens when there is a non-penetrating injury to the brain.
What is the main difference between coup injury and countercoup injury?
A coup injury occurs directly under point of impact, contrecoup occurs in opposite side of brain where head was struck.
Which of the following options best describes the difference between generalized and focal (partial epileptic seizures, as well as characteristics related to generalized seizures?
Generalized seizures involve widespread electrical disturbances in brain, leading to loss ofc consciousness, whereas focal seizures originate in specific brain regions without affecting awareness.
What is the main difference between primary and secondary brain tumors?
Primary brain tumors originate in brain, secondary brain tumors spread to brain from another part of the body.
