When Taking the Health History on a Patient with a Seizure

question 1

Multiple Choice

When taking the health history on a patient with a seizure disorder, the nurse assesses whether the patient has an aura. Which of these would be the best question for obtaining this information?

• A) "Does your muscle tone seem tense or limp?"
• B) "After the seizure, do you spend a lot of time sleeping?"
• C) "Do you have any warning sign before your seizure starts?"
• D) "Do you experience any color change or incontinence during the seizure?"

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Definitions:

Etiology

Research focused on finding out what causes diseases or health conditions to occur.

Etiology

The study of the cause(s) of diseases and disorders.

Disorder

A disruption to normal functioning that can affect the body or mind and is often characterized by specific symptoms and signs.

Symptoms

Observable signs or indications of a disease, disorder, or condition.