Neonatal Seizures
Neonatal Seizures is organized by Nebraska Methodist College (NMC).
Release Date: 12/10/21
Review Date: 12/10/23
Expiration Date: 12/10/24
Description:
The purpose of this program is to discuss best practices regarding neonatal seizures. Participants will learn tips on identifying seizure activity, clinical manifestations that may be observed when a neonate has a seizure, and the steps to take once a seizure is identified.
Program Objectives:
• Define neonatal seizures
• Identify the clinical manifestations that may be observed when a newborn has a seizure
• Discuss tips for recognizing seizure activity
• Recognize causes of neonatal seizures
• Review what a seizure looks like on continuous EEG tracing
• Identify steps that need to be taken once a medical professional observes a seizure
• Discuss treatment options/plans including short-term and long-term effects