Antiseizure Drugs (M2) Flashcards
1
Q
What is a finite episode of brain dysfunction called?
A
seizure
2
Q
What is the treatment of epilepsy that deliver electrical brain stimulation to normalize activity? 1. What is it activating? 2
A
- Responsive Neurostimulator System (RNS)
2. vagus nerve
3
Q
Is the use of multiple or a single antiseizure drug preferred?
A
one
4
Q
What is it called when there is an epileptic seizure of greater than 5 minutes or more than one within a 5 minute period?
A
status epilepticus
5
Q
What are the special aspects to monitor when dealing with the toxicology of antiseizure drugs?
A
- teratogenicity
- withdrawal
- overdose
- suicidality
