A seizure is an involuntary, sudden change in sensation, muscle activity and level of consciousness that results from:

A) too much sugar.
B) too much oxygen.
C) carpopedal spasms.
D) irritation or overactivity of brain cells.


Answer: D

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a. Reduces the number and/or severity of seizures b. Interferes with neurotransmitter glutamate; used in earlier stages of Alzheimer’s c. Blocks the enzyme responsible for metabolizing levodopa d. Used to treat Parkinson-like tremors associated with long-term use of the antipsychotics e. “Levodopa-sparing strategy”, may have a neuroprotective effect with greater specificity to dopamine receptors 1. Anticonvulsants 2. Anticholinergics 3. COMT 4. NMDA receptor antagonist (memantine) 5. Dopamine agonist

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A recent report by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development found that the United States had the highest rates of ____ among all 36 OECD countries

A) ?heart disease B) ?diabetes C) ?cancer D) ?obesity E) ?malnutrition

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Sugar and starches that quickly enter the bloodstream can create carbohydrate intolerance which may lead to diabetes and other diseases

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which blood pressure is more worrisome?

a. 120/80 b. 150/120 c. 165/80

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