Atypical

Atypical

04 July 2017

Not typical or usual. Different.

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Attention

04 July 2017

Refers to a general state of arousal, selection, concentration, alertness and processing.

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Atonic seizure

04 July 2017

A seizure where muscle tone is suddenly lost and the person suddenly slumps to the floor or if sitting, it may cause a sudden head nod. Mostly seen in complex epilepsies, they can be difficult to control and can cause head and facial injuries. Also known as drop attacks.

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Atonic

04 July 2017

without tone, limp

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Ataxia

04 July 2017

Poor coordination – an inability to coordinate muscle activity during voluntary movement.

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Asymmetric

04 July 2017

not identical or the same on both sides.

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Assessed

04 July 2017

When someone is examined to find out something about them, e.g. doctors check to determine any findings that can lead to a medical diagnosis.

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Aromatherapy

04 July 2017

Is the use of pure aromatic oils in the complementary management of disease or maintenance of a healthy lifestyle. It can be either diluted and massaged into the skin or heated in an oil burner. These oils are a mixture of plant chemicals, many which do have pharmacological effects.

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Apnoea

04 July 2017

Interruption or absence of spontaneous breathing.

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Aphasia

04 July 2017

A total or partial loss of speech and language skills to express oneself or understand others. This can occur during or after seizures of dominant hemisphere (usually the left side of the brain).

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Anxiety

04 July 2017

Feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like sweating and increased heart rate.

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Antiepileptic drugs

04 July 2017

See antiseizure medication, ASM. Also called anticonvulsants, antiepileptic medication and AED’s.

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