EMU & Seizure Patient Care Crossword

A sudden abnormal synchronized discharge of cerebral neurons.
A state of muscle extension (stiffening movement)
Experience before the onset of a generalized seizure; often described as a
An event that can be mistaken for a seizure.
Characterized by at least two unprovoked seizures >24 hours apart. A condition in which seizures occur without known, correctable cause(s), thus seizures occur and reoccur without treatment.
A state of continuous seizure activity > 5 minutes, considered a medical emergency.
Sustained muscle contractions alternating with relaxation
What does EMU stand for?
Continuous monitoring of the EMU patient.
Suction set up, padded rails, fall precautions, bed in low position:
Doc flow sheet name where you can document after a patient has a seizure.
Fast acting drug given IV for seizure.
Caffiene, blinking lights, loud noises, poor adjusted lights are all seizure ____________.
What is AED for seizures?
Another name for phenytoin.
Another name for levetiracetam.
Another name for gabapentin.
IV seizure drug used frequently in acute care for NPO patients
Given to patient and family at discharge for how to manage seizures and seizure prevention at home.