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Epileptic Seisures Flashcards

1
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What is the definition of a seizure?

A

Transient and involuntary change in behavior or neurological status due to the abnormal activity of populations of CNS neurons.

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What are two types of seizures?

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Focal and Generalised

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What is status epilepticus?

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this is prolonged seizure activity

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What is/happens in prodrome?

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before the seizure

owners can tell if their animals are going to have a seizure.

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5
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Ictus is…

A

the seizure itself

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What do you need to look for in the post-ictal stage?

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any neurological deficits when the seizure has finished

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What does tonic clonic mean?

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stiff/ridgid then flexion.

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How do you classify cluster seizures?

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more than 2 seizures in 24hrs (SERIOUS)

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What is a very common sign in seizuring ?

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Hypersalivation

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10
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What system do fly catching seizures affecct?

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Limbic System

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