Seizures and epilepsy Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1. What term was coined by Thomas Willis as a consequence of the case of Anne Green? a. psychopathology b. cognition c. neurology d. psychosis ANS: C DIF: Easy REF: 1.1 A Historical Perspective OBJ: 1.1 MSC: Remembering 2. Aside from saving Anne Green’s life, Thomas Willis and Christopher Wren also a. created very accurate drawings of the brain. b. came up with the names of a number of brain structures. c. took the first steps that led to cognitive neuroscience. d. All of the answer options ar...

A temporary acute paralysis or weakness of one side of the face - Answer- bells palsy rapidly alternating involuntary contraction and relaxation of skeletal muscle - Answer- clonic/clonus rigid extension of all four extremities with hyperpronation of the forearms and plantar flexion of the feet - Answer- decerebrate posturing posturing manifested by the obtunded pt pulling arms and hands medially toward the center of the body in response to noxious stimuli - Answer- decorticate posturin...

summary of anticonvulsants in therapy for epilepsy and seizures

RNRS 396 ATI MED-SURG ATI STUDY GUIDE 2023-2024 COMPLETE SOLUTION 100% CORRECT. ATI MED-SURG ATI STUDY GUIDE 2023-2024 . I. NERVOUS SYSTEM: 1. Cerebral Angiogram: - Allows for visualization of cerebral blood vessels. A catheter is placed into an artery (usually in the groin) and threaded up the blood vessels in the brain, dye is injected, x-ray are taken. ▪ Pre-procedure: ▪ NPO 4-6 hrs prior. ▪ Assess for allergy to iodine or shellfish. ▪ Assess kidney function (BUN, creatinine)...

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Driver 6 weeks post-MI, has cardio cleared to return to work without restrictions. ETT 12 METs, echo EF 65%. Examiner should: - ANSWER-temporarily disqualify driver until driver meets waiting period of 2 months driver is distant, lacks eye contact and shows absolutely no emotional response during the exam. The examiner's best response should be: - ANSWER-disqualify and refer to SAP prior to consideration (flat affect seen in severe depression and schizophrenia) A driver has a blood pressu...

DOT Training practice test prep complete Q&A 2022-2023. Fatigue is a major concern. What do current FMCSA regulations allow from drivers? - driver presents with a heart attack 1 month previous. He is following up with his MD again in 1 week. He is unsure of his prescriptions, but is asymptomatic. Should he be certified today? Driver has been trying to stop smoking for 10 years without success. 1 month ago, she began taking Chantix. She reports no blackout, suicidal thoughts, or change i...

Test Bank CHAPTER 1 Multiple Choice 1. What is the MOST common emergency to occur in the dental office? A. Mild allergic reaction B. Angina C. Syncope D. Anaphylaxis 2. All of the following procedures will help to prevent an emergency in a dental office EXCEPT: A. accurate medical history taking. B. taking and recording vital signs. C. updating the medical emergency kit. 3. If a patient responds positively on his or her medical history to epilepsy, you will need to be on th...

Table Of Contents UNIT I: Foundations in Theory Chapter 1. Mental Health and Mental Illness Chapter 2. Theories and Therapies Chapter 3. Psychobiology and Psychopharmacology UNIT II: Foundations for Practice Chapter 4. Treatment Settings Chapter 5. Cultural Implications Chapter 6. Legal and Ethical Considerations UNIT III: Psychosocial Nursing Tools Chapter 7. The Nursing Process and Standards of Care Chapter 8. Therapeutic Relationships Chapter 9. Therapeutic Communicati...

NR 546 Midterm Exam 2023/2024 Questions AND Answers Update A+ What should the PMHNP consider when prescribing chemical restraints? - Answer-- allergy status -prior med hx for adverse drug reactions r/t the meds ordered in the chemical restraint -state regulations regarding chemical restrains must be reviewed Are the PMHNP and other staff liable if the client has an allergic reaction or adverse side effects to the drugs used for chemical restraint? - Answer-No. The client has been court-...