A 23-year-old woman is seen for evaluation of intermittent spells concerning for seizures. The presence of which of the following characteristics of her spells would be more suggestive of epileptic seizures as opposed to psychogenic nonepileptic events?

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A 23-year-old woman is seen for evaluation of intermittent spells concerning for seizures. The presence of which of the following characteristics of her spells would be more suggestive of epileptic seizures as opposed to psychogenic nonepileptic events?

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2 of 5

The presence of a photoparoxysmal response to photic stimulation during an EEG is most commonly seen in which setting?

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3 of 5

Your patient has been taking Buspar for 1 month. On returning to the clinic for a follow-up visit, which statement would describe medication effectiveness?

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4 of 5

According to Hans Selye, if a person does not adapt to the stress in his or her surroundings, eventually the person will experience:

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5 of 5

When your patient says 'I am depressed,' what is the best response?

Correct Answer: D

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