A parent states, "The doctors all say that my son's problem is epilepsy, but I don't think that is correct. I have never seen him jerk or thrash." Which information should the nurse include in a response to the parent? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A) "The episodes of jerking and thrashing are called convulsions."
B) "Seizures take many forms."
C) "Your son may have seizures, but not epilepsy."
D) "Seizures can be a sign that epilepsy is present."
E) "If there is no physical movement, epilepsy is ruled out."
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