The nurse is aware that in an absence seizure the patient will:
a. Have an aura
b. Be fully aware during the seizure
c. Have a sudden cessation of motor activity
d. Have a lengthy post-ictal period
C
Absence seizures have no aura or post-ictal stage. The person has a sudden cessation of motor activity lasting 5 to 10 seconds and then returns to full activity.
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A) True B) False