Cluster seizures are episodes of increased seizure activity in which two or more seizures occur in 24 hours. Multiple seizures occur one after the other typically with a recovery period between each seizure and are different from a person’s usual seizur
What can I do to manage recurrent seizures? Ask what safety precautions you should take.Talk with your healthcare provider about driving. You may not be able to drive until you are seizure-free for a period of time. You will need to check the law where you live. Also talk to your hea...
During this type of seizure, you may stop what you're doing and stare into space. You may also do the same movements over and over, like smacking your lips. These types of seizures are generally called "absence" seizures because it's like the person isn't really there. ...
Being the single mom of twin boys, this really was difficult for her. Thankfully, her parents lived in the same town and they were able to help her out during this time. I know there are many different causes of seizures in adults, but this was strange because she had no family histor...
Before providing you with medication, your doctor will need to identify the type of seizure that you are experiencing. These are classified into one of two categories: Generalized seizures, which involve the whole brain Focal seizures, which take place in a specific part of the brain ...
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A collapsed lung is a life-threatening medical condition that has two basic forms. What are these two forms and how do they differ from each other? Describe the effect that the inhaler medication had on the asthmatic patient. Did all the spirogram values return to "normal"?
What is the best medicine for seizures? The “best” medicine depends on the condition of the person who needs it. Seizure medication must be tailored by your clinician for what fits you best. There are two types of seizure drugs: narrow-spectrum antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) and broad-spectrum...
Write down the dates of your seizures, where you were, and what you were doing. Include how you felt before and after. Record any auras you have before a seizure. An aura is a sign that you are about to have a seizure. Auras happen before certain types of seizures that are in only...
wellness, two factors must be present. An individual, family or community must possess effective present function or status and show a desire for increased wellness. Examples of a wellness nursing diagnosis statement are readiness for enhanced family coping or readiness for enhanced spiritual well-...