Status Epilepticus Flashcards by Ella Knight | Brainscape

Q

What is status epilepticus?

A

Seizures > 5 mins

OR

> 3 seizures in an hour

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Q

How is status epilepticus managed generally?

A

ABCDE
Monitor sats
Fluids
Measure BM

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Q

How are seizures over 5 minutes managed?

A

Lorazepam IV 4mg

Repeat after 10 mins

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Q

How are seizures over 25 minutes managed?

A

Phenytoin 20mg/kg over 20 mins

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Q

How are seizures over 30 minutes managed?

A

General anaesthetic

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