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khang

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During the initial part of a generalized seizure, some patients experience a(n):
 
  a. syncopal stage.
  b. aura.
  c. clonic phase.
  d. postictal state.

Question 2

Status epilepticus is best differentiated from a generalized seizure by:
 
  a. the duration of the seizure.
  b. the length of the postictal period.
  c. the presence of an aura prior to seizing.
  d. a pre-existing history of seizures.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a



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