Nonepileptic seizures are a subtype of conversion disorder that resembles true epileptic seizures. Of the following, the MOST characteristic criteria of these seizures is

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Nonepileptic seizures lack EEG abnormalities, distinguishing them from true epileptic seizures, which show specific brain wave patterns.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Gastric lavage is contraindicated in cases of altered consciousness, hydrocarbon ingestion, and caustic substances.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: In hypertonic dehydration, water loss exceeds sodium loss, leading to preserved skin turgor. High sodium levels cause intracellular dehydration, particularly affecting the CNS, leading to complications such as seizures.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Tumor lysis syndrome results from rapid tumor cell breakdown, leading to hyperkalemia due to massive potassium release from lysed cells.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Yellow jackets are highly aggressive and responsible for the majority of insect sting-related allergic reactions due to their frequent and painful stings.