The initial phase of a grand mal seizure is termed the ________ and is denoted by ________.
A) clonic phase; relaxation of all muscles
B) tonic phase; rhythmic jerking movements of the body
C) aural phase; perception of music
D) tonic phase; forceful contraction of all muscles
E) aural phase; release of glycine within the spinal cord

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The initial phase of a grand mal seizure is called the tonic phase, and during this phase, there is a forceful contraction of all muscles.

The Initial Phase of a Grand Mal Seizure Is Termed