A camp nurse reads on a medical history form that a camper has "drop attacks." What does the nurse understand about this condition?
A.
Atonic seizure activity
B.
Fainting spells
C.
Loss of consciousness
D.
Sudden muscle weakness
ANS: A
"Drop attack" is an old term for atonic seizure activity.
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