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Question #: 24
Topic #: 4
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Status epilepticus is a seizure that:

  • A. Lasts longer than 5 minutes.
  • B. Is experienced only on one side of the body.
  • C. Produces apnea.
  • D. Begins again after one seizure stops without the patient regaining consciousness.
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Suggested Answer: D 🗳️
Status epilepticus is defined as a seizure that lasts longer than 10 minutes or a seizure that begins again after one seizure stops without that patient regaining consciousness. It is a dire medical emergency, as the patient may sustain bone fractures, airway occulsion, and possible death.

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Sunshinedaisies
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Both A and D are correct.
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