Question

A 2-year-old child has a seizure lasting 2 minutes during a high fever. No CNS infection or acute electrolyte imbalance. Which statement is true regarding febrile convulsions?

Accepted Answer

They usually are benign and self-limiting

Answer

They invariably lead to epilepsy

Answer

They typically occur after age 5

Answer

No lumbar puncture is ever required

Answer

Continuous anticonvulsants are mandatory

Practice question

A 2-year-old child has a seizure lasting 2 minutes during a high fever. No CNS infection or acute electrolyte imbalance. Which statement is true regarding febrile convulsions?