NUR 2571 Professional Nursing 2 Final Exam Review 2019

NUR 2571 Professional Nursing 2 Final Exam Review 2019 Seizures • electrical discharge of neurons in the brain interrupting normal function/ imbalance in CNS • Causes o genetics, trauma, tumors, circulatory or metabolic disorders, toxicity and CNS infections, congenital malformation o stroke, trauma, subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, tumors, scarring from old brain injuries • Idiopathic causes o Fevers, menstrual, flashing lights, fatigue, strong emotions, intense exercise, loud music • Physiological • Iatrogenic • Metabolic Disturbance associated with seizures o seizures from metabolic disturbances are not epilepsy if seizures cease when underlying condition is treated o acidosis o electrolyte imbalances o hypoglycemia o alcohol or barbital withdrawal o dehydration or water intoxication o hepatic encephalopathy o uremia