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

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

1. What other questions should the nurse ask about the seizures?
2. What other assessments are necessary for this patient?
3. What are some of the causes of seizures?
4. Develop a problem list from objective and subjective data.
5. What should be included in the plan of care?
6. What other risk factors are associated with this presentation?
7. 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.

Types of SeizuresLinks to an external site.