The initial phase of a grand mal seizure is termed the ________ and is denoted by ________

A) clonic phase; relaxation of all muscles
B) tonic phase; rhythmic jerking movements of the body
C) aural phase; perception of music
D) tonic phase; forceful contraction of all muscles
E) aural phase; release of glycine within the spinal cord


Answer: D

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