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The most common cause of seizure disorder is
 
  a. sudden withdrawal from barbiturate abuse.
  b. exposure to toxic chemicals.
  c. drug overdose.
  d. scarring produced by damage within the brain.
  e. sudden withdrawal from opiate abuse.

Question 2

Hemorrhagic strokes cause brain damage by
 
  a. exerting pressure on surrounding tissue.
  b. decreasing the production of cerebrospinal fluid.
  c. spreading infection throughout the brain.
  d. increasing the production of cerebrospinal fluid.
  e. inducing the release of GABA.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: d. scarring produced by damage within the brain.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a. exerting pressure on surrounding tissue.



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