Brain dysfunction that is caused by an excessive discharge of neurons is known as:

A) porphyria
B) epilepsy
C) ataxia
D) insomnia


B) epilepsy
Epilepsy is defined as brain dysfunction that is caused by an excessive discharge of neurons. The three different types of epilepsy include: generalized tonic-clonic seizures, generalized absence seizures, and partial seizures.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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When using a Briggs adapter or aerosol T, the short 6-inch, 22-mm diameter tube on the end of the device:

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