Question 1

How long does a pt have to be seizing for to be in Status Epilepticus?

Accepted Answer

Status Epilepticus is defined as a seizure lasting more than 30 minutes or two or more seizures without full recovery of consciousness between them.

Question 2

Which statement is false about Phenytoin?

Accepted Answer

Phenytoin is not considered extremely effective in treating alcohol-induced seizures. Benzodiazepines are the first-line treatment for seizures induced by alcohol withdrawal.

Question 3

Which statement is false about benzodiazepines and seizures?

Accepted Answer

Diazepam is not recommended for intramuscular (IM) use due to erratic absorption. It is typically administered rectally (PR) or intravenously (IV) for seizures.

Question 4

Which of the features below is not consistent with a pseudoseizure?

Accepted Answer

Tongue biting is more commonly associated with epileptic seizures rather than pseudoseizures. Pseudoseizures, also known as psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, typically do not cause physical harm like tongue biting, which is more characteristic of true epileptic seizures.

Question 5

What is the recommended antibiotic regimen for empirical treatment of bacterial meningitis in a 40 year old?

Accepted Answer

Ceftriaxone and benzylpenicillin are the recommended antibiotics for empirical treatment of bacterial meningitis in adults.

Quiz 2: Neurological Disorders: Meningitis, Encephalitis, Cerebral Abscess, Stroke, Seizures, and Headaches

How long does a pt have to be seizing for to be in Status Epilepticus?

Which statement is false about Phenytoin?

Which statement is false about benzodiazepines and seizures?

Which of the features below is not consistent with a pseudoseizure?

What is the recommended antibiotic regimen for empirical treatment of bacterial meningitis in a 40 year old?