Select one of the following discussion questions below. Post a substantive initial response with references.
D.F. is a 37-year-old woman who presents to the emergency department after having a seizure.
Subjective Data
PMH: Seizures, unknown type
Headache
Housewife
Feels weak
No loss of consciousness
Objective Data
Vital signs: T 37 P 72 R 18 BP 114/64
Lungs: Clear all bases
O2 sat = 100%
CV = heart rate regular, positive peripheral pulses
PERRLA
Questions
- What other questions should the nurse ask about the seizures?
- What other assessments are necessary for this patient?
- What are some of the causes of seizures?
- Develop a problem list from objective and subjective data.
- What should be included in the plan of care?
- What other risk factors are associated with this presentation?
- Based on the readings and the subjective and objective data, this patient most likely had what type of seizure?
Below is a link that assists with the various types of seizures. I hope this serves as an informative review and will assist in developing your assessment skills. Please access the link below.
