Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who is difficult to arouse and very sleepy for several hours following a generalized tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following descriptions should the nurse use when documenting this finding in the medical record?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Postictal phase
Rationale:
🔵 The postictal phase is the recovery period following a seizure.
🔵 It often includes drowsiness, confusion, or sleepiness.
🔵 Duration varies by person and seizure type.
🔵 Important to monitor airway, safety, and responsiveness.
🔵 Nurses must document clearly and provide reassurance during this phase.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
A. A sensory warning that a seizure is imminent
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C. A continuous seizure state in which seizures occur in rapid succession
D. A period of sleepiness following the seizure during which arousal is difficult
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Answer Choices:
A. 700
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4