Types of Seizures

Question 1

Describe frontal lobe seizures (simple focal seizure).

Answer 1

Motor signs such a stiffness, twitching or spasm

Jacksonian march

Question 2

Describe parietal lobe seizures.

Answer 2

Causes sensory manifestations e.g. tingling, numbness or pain

Question 3

Describe occipital lobe seizures.

Answer 3

Causes visual phenomena e.g. flashing lights, colours or hallucinations

Question 4

Describe temporal lobe seizures.

Answer 4

Changes in mood and behaviour

Rising epigastric sensation

Question 5

Do absence seizures usually have post-ictal confusion?

Answer 5

No

Question 6

Describe a myoclonic seizure.

Answer 6

A brief contraction of a muscle, muscle group or several muscle groups resulting in a small twitch or severe jerk.

Question 7

What populations are clonic seizures most common in?

Answer 7

Neonates

Young children

Question 8

What position is adopted in tonic seizures?

Answer 8

Neck extension
Eyes upturned
Back arched