Temporary loss of consciousness accompanied by severe muscle spasms is called:
A) an absence seizure.
B) a tonic clonic seizure.
C) status epilepticus.
D) narcolepsy.

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A tonic clonic seizure involves a loss of consciousness, followed by stiffening (tonic phase) and then convulsions (clonic phase) due to severe muscle spasms. Absence seizures are characterized by brief episodes of staring without muscle spasms. Status epilepticus is a medical emergency involving prolonged seizures without recovery. Narcolepsy involves sudden episodes of falling asleep.

Temporary Loss of Consciousness Accompanied by Severe Muscle Spasms Is