Which of the Following Statements Correctly Describes Status Epilepticus

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements correctly describes status epilepticus?

• A) The duration of seizure activity is longer than 1 hour
• B) The client is conscious throughout the seizure activity
• C) There is a 10% to 20% mortality rate associated with this condition
• D) The client is in respiratory alkalosis caused by hyperventilation

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