Febrile seizures, pediatric epilepsy syndromes, and neurodevelopmental red flags tested on USMLE Step 2 CK.
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- What is the maximum duration and character of a simple febrile seizure?
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Under 15 minutes, generalized (not focal), and does not recur within 24 hours- What features define a complex febrile seizure?
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Lasts more than 15 minutes, has focal features, or recurs within 24 hours- What is the typical age range for febrile seizures?
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6 months to 5 years- What is the most common cause of seizures in children between 6 months and 5 years?
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Febrile seizures- In a child with a febrile seizure, when is lumbar puncture indicated?
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When there are signs or symptoms of meningitis or the child is ill-appearing- Is EEG routinely indicated after a simple febrile seizure?
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No, EEG is not indicated after a simple febrile seizure- When is neuroimaging indicated after a febrile seizure?
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When the seizure is complex or focal neurologic deficits are present- What is the approximate recurrence risk after a first febrile seizure?
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About 30 percent- What age-related factor increases the risk of febrile seizure recurrence?
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Younger age at the first febrile seizure- What family history factor increases the risk of febrile seizure recurrence?
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A family history of febrile seizures- What is the risk of developing epilepsy after a simple febrile seizure?
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About 1 to 2 percent, similar to the general population- What is the risk of developing epilepsy after a complex febrile seizure?
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About 4 to 6 percent, higher than after simple febrile seizures- Do antipyretics reduce the risk of febrile seizure recurrence?
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No, antipyretics improve comfort but do not prevent recurrence- What medication is used as rescue therapy for a prolonged febrile seizure?
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Rectal diazepam- At what age do infantile spasms (West syndrome) typically begin?
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3 to 8 months of age
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