Question

The nurse explains that febrile seizures:

a. occur when the body temperature exceeds 38.3 C (101 F).
b. can be prevented by anticonvulsant medication.
c. usually lead to the development of epilepsy.
d. occur when the temperature rises quickly.

Answer 1

Febrile seizures occur when the body temperature rises quickly due to infections and do not usually lead to epilepsy. Anticonvulsant medication is not used to prevent febrile seizures.

Step-by-step explanation:

Febrile seizures occur when the body temperature rises quickly, usually due to a viral or bacterial infection. The seizures are not caused by the specific temperature reached, but rather the rapid increase in temperature. Anticonvulsant medication is not typically used to prevent febrile seizures. Additionally, febrile seizures do not usually lead to the development of epilepsy.