Module 4: Seizures in End of Life
This module discusses the difficult problem of managing
seizures occurring in terminal patients.
Module Objectives
Describe the epidemiology and
pathophysiology of seizures seen at the end of life
Discuss the management of seizures in this setting
Identify medications used to treat seizures, and discuss
their use and side effects
Presenter
The presenter is Jon Stockrahm, DO.
He is the VistaCare Area Medical Director for the Midwest Area and is
based in Terre Haute, IN.
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disclosures.
Recording
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there were technical audio difficulties during the first portion of this
recording. This lasts only a few minutes. Please accept our
apologies for bearing with this problem.
Slides
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presentation (in Acrobat
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Post-Test
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quiz.
Reporting & Evaluation
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