Neurology — Flashcards

Generalised seizures may be differentiated from syncopal episodes by the presence of a(n) _____ state and lateral tongue biting

When managing epilepsy with anti-epileptic drugs (AED) aim for _____, though combination therapy may be required for some patients

Sudden brief "jerk-like" muscle twitching that are irregular = _____ seizures

What is the definitive investigation for epilepsy? _____

1st unprovoked seizure means _____ of no driving

Hint: time

Generalised tonic-clonic anti-epileptic drugs 1st-line: _____

What is the most appropriate step in the management of an active seizure in a patient with epilepsy? _____

Hint: 4

Tonic / atonic seizures anti-epileptic drugs 1st-line: _____ 2nd-line: Clobazam, Topiramate, Rufinamide

What is the abortive management for status epilepticus? _____

Localised symptoms / aura to generalised tonic-clonic = _____ seizure