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What is considered status epilepticus?
when the seizure lasts more than 30 minutes or if a person has 2 consecutive seizures without any improvement of LOC
What happens before a seizure?
prodroma: feel depressed and have a HA days before
Aura: gustatory or some sort of reaction, a feeling before a seizure does occur
What happens after a seizure?
HA, loss of consciousness, loss of memory
What are nursing management for status epilepticus?
check respiratory status, seizure precautions
What are some medical management for status epilepticus?
prepare for possible intubation, GIVE BENZOS first, anti-epileptics,
What are examples of anti-epileptics and what is their indication?
keppra (levicetirazam), phenytoin
used for prevention of seizures
What is the first medication given for a person with status epilepticus and what should a nurse watch out for once given?
benzodiazepines (lam and pam) watch out for respiratory depression