The initial phase of a grand mal seizure is termed the ________ ...

[mydiamond]

The initial phase of a grand mal seizure is termed the ________ and is denoted by ________.
 
  A) clonic phase; relaxation of all muscles
  B) tonic phase; rhythmic jerking movements of the body
  C) aural phase; perception of music
  D) tonic phase; forceful contraction of all muscles
  E) aural phase; release of glycine within the spinal cord

Question 2

The key distinction between ________ and ________ seizures relates to whether these involve most of the brain.
 
  A) simple; complex
  B) complex; epileptic
  C) generalized; other types of
  D) partial; generalized
  E) simple; partial

[tsternbergh47]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C
Rationale: The key distinction between generalized and other types of seizures relates to whether these involve most of the brain.

[mydiamond]

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[Sarahjh]

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