EP 41 - Epilepsy

In this episode, Dr. Morgan Taylor, DNP, CPNP, CCRN dives into the unpredictable world of epilepsy—why seizures happen, what they look like, and how nurses play a critical role in both long-term management and emergency care. From tonic-clonic convulsions to subtle absence seizures, you'll learn how to recognize the different types of seizure activity and what to do when one strikes. Through a real case of a pediatric patient undergoing video EEG monitoring, Dr. Taylor brings textbook concepts to life and walks you through what really matters: safety checks, rescue meds, and rapid interventions that save lives. You’ll learn: Why seizures are a symptom, not a standalone disease How epilepsy is diagnosed and classified The difference between long-term anticonvulsants and rescue meds What to do—and not do—when a client experiences a seizure A breakdown of a high-yield test question on seizure medications Whether you’re preparing for the NCLEX or brushing up for clinicals, this episode delivers practical knowledge and real-world tips that every nurse should know. Find everything Archer Review has to offer: ⁠⁠archerreview.link/PulseCheck⁠⁠ Use code PULSECHECK10 - an exclusive discount just for our listeners!Connect with us!  📸 Instagram: @archernursing 📘 Facebook: Archer NCLEX Review 🎵 TikTok: @archernursing ▶️ YouTube: Archer Review NCLEX, USMLE, TEAS7, and FNP