The term status epilepticus refers to a:

The term status epilepticus refers to a:
 
  A) chronic seizure patient taking anticonvulsant medication regularly.
  B) generalized seizure lasting more than one minute.
  C) two or more seizures with no intervening periods of consciousness.
  D) patient experiencing a seizure for the first time.

Question 2

An example of an open-ended question would be:
 
  A) What medical problems have you had?
  B) Do you have a history of high blood pressure?
  C) How long have you had this cough?
  D) Do you have a history of heart problems?

Question 3

A generalized motor seizure that begins with a hypertonic state of the muscles is known as a(n):
 
  A) absence seizure.
  B) hysterical seizure.
  C) complex partial seizure.
  D) tonic-clonic seizure.

Question 4

When interviewing a patient, you should:
 
  A) use open-ended questions.
  B) interrupt him if he talks too long.
  C) suggest what could be wrong.
  D) nod your head often.

Question 5

When caring for a patient suffering from a nervous system condition or disease, the FIRST priority in patient care is to:
 
  A) administer thrombolytic therapy.
  B) assess for any neurological deficits.
  C) establish and maintain a patent airway.
  D) apply high-concentration oxygen.