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Original Article

Nursing Management of the Child in Status Epilepticus

Pages 273-277 | Published online: 10 Jul 2009
 

Abstract

Seizures are, common neurological disorders that occur in children of all ages, and approximately 5 to 10 percent of epileptic children will have at least one episode of status epilepticus. Status epilepticus is a life-threatening situation. Treatment is directed at life support, stopping the seizure, and discovering the cause of the status epilepticus. A practical approach to the nursing management of the child in status epilepticus is discussed.

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