Question

D.F. is a 37-year-old woman who presents to the emergency department after having a seizure.

Subjective Data
a. PMH: Seizures, unknown type
b. Headache
c. Housewife
d. Feels weak
e. No loss of consciousness

Objective Data
a. Vital signs: T 37 P 72 R 18 BP 114/64
b. Lungs: clear all bases
c. O2 sat = 100%
d. CV = heart rate regular, positive peripheral pulses


1. What other questions should the nurse ask about the seizures?

Answer 1

The nurse should ask additional questions to gather more information about the seizures, such as the timing, duration, warning signs, loss of consciousness, medical history, and recent changes in medication.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should ask additional questions to gather more information about the seizures. Some relevant questions to ask may include:

• When did the seizure occur?
• How long did the seizure last?
• Was there any aura (warning sign) before the seizure?
• Did the patient lose consciousness during the seizure?
• Has the patient had any previous seizures? If so, how often?
• What is the patient's medical history related to the seizures?
• Has the patient started or stopped taking any medications recently?

By gathering this information, the nurse can better understand the nature and possible causes of the seizures and create an appropriate care plan.