Fact Sheet: Epilepsy Resource: Falvo Chapter 6
Difference between Epilepsy and Seizures:
• Epilepsy is a word used to explain a group of syndromes combined with the disruption of electrical activity in the brain, which can disturb consciousness, movement, or actions during a seizure
• A seizure is a sudden state of temporary loss of control of body functions
• Epilepsy is recurrent and provoked by changes in the brain itself
• If the cause is reversible and not reoccurring then it would be a seizure
Difference between extrinsic factors and intrinsic factors related to seizures and Epilepsy:
• Extrinsic factors are outside influences that initiated seizures where intrinsic factors are internal factors that are related to changes in the …show more content…
Types of Generalized Seizures:
• Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizures (Grand Mal)- irregular discharge of nerve cells
- Some individuals get a hint that their seizure is approaching such as seeing a flashing light, tasting something strange in their mouth, or experience an uncommon sensation
- As the seizure progresses the individual will lose consciousness and fall to the ground. All the muscles in the individual’s body will undergo a rapid, erratic movement. Other symptoms can include clenched teeth and loss of control over bladder
-Typically last less than a few minutes, if more than five minutes medical attention should be contacted
-Postseizure symptoms include headache, fatigue, difficulty speaking, and confusion
-Individual is typically not in potential danger except environmental hazards
-He or she should be placed on their side with no constraints
• Absence Seizures (Petit Mal)- nerve cells are released throughout the whole brain
- Most individuals who are diagnosed are
Difference between Epilepsy and Seizures:
• Epilepsy is a word used to explain a group of syndromes combined with the disruption of electrical activity in the brain, which can disturb consciousness, movement, or actions during a seizure
• A seizure is a sudden state of temporary loss of control of body functions
• Epilepsy is recurrent and provoked by changes in the brain itself
• If the cause is reversible and not reoccurring then it would be a seizure
Difference between extrinsic factors and intrinsic factors related to seizures and Epilepsy:
• Extrinsic factors are outside influences that initiated seizures where intrinsic factors are internal factors that are related to changes in the …show more content…
Types of Generalized Seizures:
• Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizures (Grand Mal)- irregular discharge of nerve cells
- Some individuals get a hint that their seizure is approaching such as seeing a flashing light, tasting something strange in their mouth, or experience an uncommon sensation
- As the seizure progresses the individual will lose consciousness and fall to the ground. All the muscles in the individual’s body will undergo a rapid, erratic movement. Other symptoms can include clenched teeth and loss of control over bladder
-Typically last less than a few minutes, if more than five minutes medical attention should be contacted
-Postseizure symptoms include headache, fatigue, difficulty speaking, and confusion
-Individual is typically not in potential danger except environmental hazards
-He or she should be placed on their side with no constraints
• Absence Seizures (Petit Mal)- nerve cells are released throughout the whole brain
- Most individuals who are diagnosed are