febrile seizures
The age range in which febrile seizures usually occur?
What is 6 months-6 years
I am a feeble elderly woman who lives alone. What can I do to prevent falls around the house?
Put up safety bars in the bathroom and stairway. Remove throw rugs. Remove clutter from walkways.
All I eat are twinkies and soda. How many fruits and vegetables should I implement into my diet to promote neurological and overall health?
Total of 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables everyday.
What is one of the vaccinations we should get to prevent neurological disease?
Meningitis Vaccine
What is the time frame in which you can give an ischemic stroke patient a thrombolytic drug?
4.5 hours
What are 4 signs you may see in someone having a febrile seizure?
Jerking movements, twitches, moaning, and unconsciousness
I am an avid boater and skateboarder. What should I do to protect myself from injury?
Wear a helmet.
I am an 18 year old football jock who smokes 10 cigarettes after school everyday. How much should I cut down to so that I don’t get neurological damage?
ZERO!!! Stop smoking and don’t start!
A man who is over the age of 65 should have what test done every 1-2 years?
Hearing test.
When talking with a patient, what cognitive signs might indicate a neurological problem or disease?
Loss of memory, confusion, and aphasia.
If you see a child having a febrile seizure you should:
Place the child on their side to prevent choking, watch for cyanosis (blue color), time the seizures last, call provider after.
I am feeling nauseous and dizzy after being hit on the head during a soccer game. What should I do?
Go get checked out for a concussion.
I am a hermit and stay in my room all day. What can I do to find joy and fulfillment?
Engage in healthy relationships and find purpose in life. Get a dog or cat.
I am a woman age 40. How often should I get an eye examination?
Every 2 years.
If a patient has lost feeling in their hands, what would that be called?
Sensory Function Loss or peripheral neuropathy.
Are febrile seizures chronic or acute?
acute.
I am a safe, normal, and healthy person. What more can I do to prevent neurological problems?
Don’t use drugs or drink, especially while driving.
I speed walk 10 minutes everyday of the week. How many more minutes a week do I need to walk to reach the recommended amount of exercise?
80 more minutes with a total of 150 minutes/week
What is the best way to diagnose and prevent neurological problems?
Regular health examinations, screening tests, and appropriate vaccinations.
When watching a patient walking, what signs can you look for that might indicate a neurological problem or disease?
Ataxic gait, wide-based stance, hemiparesis, and walking in shuffling steps.