Which items are known causative factors for seizures?(Select all that apply.)
1. Meningitis
2. Ingestion of poison
3. Hypertension
4. Hypoglycemia
5. Depression
1, 2, 4
Rationale 1: Meningitis is a known cause of seizures.
Rationale 2: Ingestion of poison is a known cause of seizures.
Rationale 3: Hypotension is a known cause of seizures.
Rationale 4: Hypoglycemia is a known cause of seizures.
Rationale 5: Depression is not a known cause of seizures.
Global Rationale: Meningitis, ingestion of poison, and hypoglycemia are all known causes of seizures. Hypotension and depression are not known causes of seizures.
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