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An Objectives, Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Differential Diagnosis, Treatment, Prognosis, Complications and Health Care Team Outcomes of Seizures

Moni Theresa Tsappidi, Muralinath E., Srinivas G., Guruprasad M., Ramanjaneyulu D.V.

Abstract


Uncontrolled, aberrant brain electrical activity that can cause changes in behavior, memory, emotions, or awareness is explained by a seizure. It is possible to differentiate between convulsive concussion, convulsive syncope, movement disorders, rigors, sleep-related events, or psychogenic non-epileptic episodes from an event. One can classify seizures as either partial or generalized. One region of the brain fires first during a partial seizure, which is the most common type of seizure in adults. Simple symptoms, such as motor or sensory abnormalities, may be present. Diffusing cortical activation during seizure initiation or generalization of partial seizure activity are the results of generalized seizures. The diagnosis and treatment of seizures are described in this activity, along with the function of the interprofessional team in improving patient outcomes. This exercise looks at how to properly diagnose this ailment and whether it should be taken into account when making a differential diagnosis. This exercise emphasizes how important the interprofessional team is to treat people with this illness.


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