Emergency department after having a seizure

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?

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