Wisconsin CNA State Exam Vocabulary Practice

Which disorder causes recurring seizures?

1. Emphysema

2. Enema

3. Epilepsy

4. Ethics

The correct answer is: Epilepsy

The correct response is C, as epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. These seizures are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain and can manifest in various forms, such as convulsions, loss of consciousness, or altered sensations. Individuals with epilepsy may experience different types of seizures, and the condition typically requires medical management to control and reduce seizure frequency and severity. Emphysema, relating to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, primarily affects the lungs and does not involve seizure activity. An enema is a procedure used to administer fluids into the rectum for various medical reasons, and it does not relate to neurological disorders. Ethics pertains to moral principles guiding behavior and decision-making rather than being a medical condition, so it is unrelated as well. Thus, epilepsy is the only option connected to the occurrence of recurring seizures.