Evaluation and Management of Status Epilepticus

SE should be defined as 5 min or more of continuous clinical and/or electrographic seizure activity or recurrent seizure activity without recovery between seizures. (Moderate, Strong)

SE should be classified as either convulsive SE (convulsions that are associated with rhythmic jerking of the extremities) or non-convulsive SE (seizure activity seen on EEG without the clinical findings associated with convulsive SE). (High, Strong)

Refractory SE should be defined as SE that does not respond to the standard treatment regimens, such as an initial benzodiazepine followed by another AED. (Moderate, Strong)

The etiology of SE should be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. (High, Strong)