Question

A nurse is reinforcing teaching about auras with a client who has a new diagnosis of simple partial seizures. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

a) "Auras are a type of muscle weakness."
b) "Auras are visual disturbances."
c) "Auras are intense feelings of fear."
d) "Auras are a loss of consciousness."

Answer 1

The client demonstrates an understanding of auras associated with simple partial seizures when acknowledging they can include visual disturbances, which is a correct description of one aspect of auras.

Step-by-step explanation:

The teaching about auras in the context of simple partial seizures refers to a variety of sensations that a person experiences before the onset of a seizure. In contrast to the options regarding muscle weakness, loss of consciousness, and feelings of fear, auras indeed can include visual disturbances, among other sensory experiences. Therefore, when the client states that "Auras are visual disturbances," this indicates an accurate understanding of the concept, as auras can manifest as flashes of light, changes in vision, or even alterations in the perception of objects. Although auras can also include sensory changes such as the sensation of "pins and needles" or cognitive changes, visual disturbances are one of the recognized symptoms that precede a seizure event.