This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A patient with a seizure disorder asks why bright spots are always seen before experiencing a ... (Read 20 times)

iveyjurea

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 555
on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient with a seizure disorder asks why bright spots are always seen before experiencing a seizure. What is your best response?
 
  a. Some people experience a strange sensation called an aura before each seizure.
  b. This is an unusual occurrence. I will notify your prescriber right away.
  c. Bright spots before a seizure could indicate pressure in your brain from a tumor.
  d. After the seizure do you feel confused, lethargic, and unable to respond to people?

Question 2

Which antiseizure drug increases the availability of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)?
 
  a. Phenobarbital (Luminal)
  b. Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
  c. Valproic acid (Depakote)
  d. Phenytoin (Dilantin)


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

mbcrismon

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 328
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


iveyjurea

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 555
Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
TY


mbcrismon

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 328
Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
You're welcome


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Nearly 31 million adults in America have a total cholesterol level that is more than 240 mg per dL.

Did you know?

Barbituric acid, the base material of barbiturates, was first synthesized in 1863 by Adolph von Bayer. His company later went on to synthesize aspirin for the first time, and Bayer aspirin is still a popular brand today.

Did you know?

Calcitonin is a naturally occurring hormone. In women who are at least 5 years beyond menopause, it slows bone loss and increases spinal bone density.

Did you know?

Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. As of yet, there is no cure. Everyone is at risk, and there may be no warning signs. It is six to eight times more common in African Americans than in whites. The best and most effective way to detect glaucoma is to receive a dilated eye examination.

Did you know?

Side effects from substance abuse include nausea, dehydration, reduced productivitiy, and dependence. Though these effects usually worsen over time, the constant need for the substance often overcomes rational thinking.

Patient Position for Posterior Percussion Patient Position for Posterior Percussion
Measuring Patient Height Measuring Patient Height
Patient learns to not be afraid Patient learns to not be afraid
Position of patient to assess jugular vein distention Position of patient to assess jugular vein distention
Medical Gymnasts Assist Patient in Performing Movements, 1909. Medical Gymnasts Assist Patient in Performing Movements, 1909.
Hot spots highlight areas of high biodiversity Hot spots highlight areas of high biodiversity
Video: Simple and Double Sugar

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library