Several types of seizures can occur in the newborn. Which is characteristic of clonic seizures?
a. Apnea
b. Tremors
c. Rhythmic jerking movements
d. Extensions of all four limbs
ANS: C
Clonic seizures are characterized by slow rhythmic jerking movements that occur approximately 1 to 3 per second. Apnea is a common manifestation of subtle seizures. Tremors are not characteristic of seizure activity. They may be indicative of hypoglycemia or hypocalcemia. A clonic seizure would have extension and contraction of the extremities, not just extension.
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