More Questions on Pathophysiology of the Nervous System

More Questions on Pathophysiology of the Nervous System ( 19 Questions)

A nurse is caring for a client who has a seizure disorder. The client asks the nurse how seizures occur. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?


Correct Answer: B

Choice A reason:

This is an incorrect answer, as seizures do not occur due to too much stimulation in brain cells, but rather due to abnormal electrical activity caused by neurotransmitter imbalance.

Choice B reason:

This is a correct answer, as seizures occur due to neurotransmitter imbalance, which disrupts communication between neurons and causes abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Choice C reason:

This is an incorrect answer, as seizures do not occur due to lack of oxygen in brain tissue, but rather due to abnormal electrical activity caused by neurotransmitter imbalance.

Choice D reason:

This is an incorrect answer, as seizures do not occur due to infection in brain tissue, but rather due to abnormal electrical activity caused by neurotransmitter imbalance.




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