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CMS II EXAM 9 (37-41) COMPLETE EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. seizure transient disturbance of cerebral function What causes seizures in the brain? abnormal paroxysmal neuronal discharges Brainpower Read More Abnormal paroxysmal discharges are caused by either __________ excitation via __(NT)__ or ________ inhibition via __(NT)__ increased; glutamate decreased; GABA epilepsy disorder characterized by recurrent unprovoked seizures To be dx with epilepsy, a PT must have what? at least 2 unprovoked seizures >24 hrs apart T/F: Seizures represent a manifestation of a disease, not necessarily epilepsy TRUE Therapy for an isolated seizure is directed toward... underlying cause Epilepsy often requires chronic tx with... AEDs (anti-epileptic drugs) What is the main excitatory NT in the brain? glutamate What does glutamate do in the brain? binds to NMDA receptors Ca ch open > electrical impulse What is the main inhibitory NT in the brain? gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) What does GABA do in the brain?