1
Q
Objective
A
Prevent occurrence of seizures by maintaining effective dose of antiepileptic drug/s
2
Q
Treatment
A
Start at lowest dose and increase gradually until seizures controlled
Monitor side effects
Usually dose is TWICE DAILY (if longer half life give ONCE)
3
Q
Definition
A
Sudden surge of electrical activity of neurons in brain
4
Q
Non-epileptic seizures
A
Unrelated to abnormal brain activity
- Organic e.g. hypoglycemia, fever
- Psychological e.g. distressing thoughts (stress)
