Question

The nurse is providing information about seizures to a client. Which statement should the nurse include in the​ discussion?

a. "Bacterial infections can cause​ seizures."
b. "Convulsions are a symptom of the underlying seizure​ disorder."
c. "All seizures involve​ convulsions."
d. "Epilepsy is an acute disorder characterized by nonconvulsive​ seizures."

Answer 1

The nurse should tell the client that 'Convulsions are a symptom of the underlying seizure disorder.' Not all seizures involve convulsions, and epilepsy, typically a chronic condition, can often be managed with medications.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement that a nurse should include in the discussion about seizures with a client is: b. "Convulsions are a symptom of the underlying seizure​ disorder."

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, which can be caused by a variety of factors including infection, brain injury, or a tumor. Not all seizures involve convulsions, as some seizures can be nonconvulsive. The condition can often be managed with anticonvulsant medications and, in some severe cases, brain surgery may be necessary to remove the focal point of the seizures. Contrary to option d, epilepsy is not an acute disorder; it is generally chronic. Furthermore, bacterial infections such as meningitis can indeed cause seizures, which makes the absolute statement in option a incorrect as well.