Why Are Focal or Generalized Seizures Sometimes an Early Indication

question 60

Multiple Choice

Why are focal or generalized seizures sometimes an early indication of a brain tumor?

• A) Surrounding inflammation stimulates neurons to discharge spontaneously.
• B) Malignant tumors cause alkalosis, exciting the CNS.
• C) Systemic effects of the brain tumor may cause seizures.
• D) Metabolic effects of cancer change blood chemistry to trigger seizures.

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Definitions:

Subjective Norms

Subjective Norms involve an individual's perception of social pressure to perform or avoid a particular behavior, heavily influenced by the beliefs about what important people in their life think they should do.

Perceived Behavioral Control

An individual's belief about how easy or difficult it will be to perform a particular behavior.

Attitude Accessibility

The ease with which an attitude can be remembered or brought to mind.

Cognitive Structure of Belief

The mental framework that organizes and influences one's acceptance of ideas, information, and perceptions, shaping attitudes and convictions.