Question

when a patient is having a generalized seizure, the phase where the muscle tension is continuous is called:
tonic.
clonic.
dystonic.
postictal.

Explanation:

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Identify the phase of continuous muscle tension

During a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, the motor activity typically progresses through distinct phases:

• Tonic phase: Characterized by sudden, continuous muscle contraction and rigidity (sustained muscle tension).
• Clonic phase: Characterized by alternating muscle contraction and relaxation, presenting as rhythmic jerking.
• Postictal phase: The recovery period following the seizure, often marked by confusion, fatigue, and headache.
• Dystonic: Refers to involuntary muscle contractions causing twisting or repetitive movements, but is not a standard phase of a generalized tonic-clonic seizure.

Therefore, the phase where muscle tension is continuous is the tonic phase.
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<answer>
<mcq-correct>Tonic.</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>Clonic.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>Dystonic.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>Postictal.</mcq-option>
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Answer:

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Identify the phase of continuous muscle tension

During a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, the motor activity typically progresses through distinct phases:

• Tonic phase: Characterized by sudden, continuous muscle contraction and rigidity (sustained muscle tension).
• Clonic phase: Characterized by alternating muscle contraction and relaxation, presenting as rhythmic jerking.
• Postictal phase: The recovery period following the seizure, often marked by confusion, fatigue, and headache.
• Dystonic: Refers to involuntary muscle contractions causing twisting or repetitive movements, but is not a standard phase of a generalized tonic-clonic seizure.

Therefore, the phase where muscle tension is continuous is the tonic phase.
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<mcq-correct>Tonic.</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>Clonic.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>Dystonic.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>Postictal.</mcq-option>
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