Which of the following statements is CORRECT when discussing a seizure that is unusually long in duration?

A. Prolonged seizures can be life threatening.
B. Patients with prolonged seizures should be suspected of being off their anti-seizure medication.
C. Patients with prolonged seizures have a history of epilepsy and often require no medical care.
D. Prolonged seizures mean that the paient has a history of seizures.


Answer: A. Prolonged seizures can be life threatening.

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