Which of the following best describes patient presentation during a myoclonic seizure?
A. blank staring lasting 3 to 50 seconds, accompanied by impaired level of consciousness
B. awake state with abnormal motor behavior lasting seconds
C. rigid extension of arms and legs, followed by sudden jerking movements with loss of consciousness
D. brief, jerking contractions of arms, legs, trunk, or all of these
Answer: D. brief, jerking contractions of arms, legs, trunk, or all of these
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