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1. A generalised epileptic seizure generally begins in a specific region of the brain before spreading.
It's true, the seizure does start in a specific region of the brain.
This is not true: generalised epileptic seizures begin simultaneously in both hemispheres of the brain, unlike focal seizures which begin in a specific area and can spread to other areas.
True and false: a seizure sometimes starts in a specific region, sometimes in both hemispheres.
False, epileptic seizures begin in the lower limbs and then spread to the upper limbs.

2. Epileptic seizures are triggered by external stimuli such as flashing lights or stress.
True: epileptic seizures are triggered by external stimuli such as flashing lights or stress.
False: seizures are triggered by fatigue.
Seizures are triggered by a paradoxical increase in the number of synapses.
True and false: although external stimuli such as flashing lights and stress can trigger seizures, they can also be triggered by internal factors such as chemical imbalances in the brain or infections.

3. Difficulties encountered by people with epilepsy prior to employment.
True: they must declare their condition to the occupational physician and the employer.
False: People with epilepsy are not required to declare their condition at job interviews. They are protected by law against discrimination even if they choose not to disclose their condition.
True: they must disclose their illness to the occupational physician.
False: they are not required to declare their condition initially but must later inform their employer or the occupational physician for insurance purposes.

4. Respect for medical confidentiality totally prevents employers from requesting information on the specific needs of employees with epilepsy in order to put in place accommodation.
True: employers do not have the option of requesting information.
False: employers can request information directly from the employee to ensure that safety rules are complied with.
False: a meeting is organised by the occupational physician between the employer and the person with epilepsy to organise the best possible adaptation of the workstation.
False: employers can request limited and specific information on employees' needs in order to put in place reasonable accommodation, while respecting medical confidentiality.

5. Disclosure of epilepsy
Disclosing epilepsy to your team is essential for reasons of transparency.
Disclosing epilepsy to an employer is always beneficial to the employee with epilepsy.
Disclosing epilepsy to an employer can be beneficial in obtaining reasonable accommodation, but it can also lead to discrimination or prejudice, depending on the employer's attitude.
Disclosing epilepsy to the occupational physician is compulsory.

6. Adapting the timetable.
Adapting the timetable to allow use of public transport is a reasonable form of accommodation for employees with epilepsy.
The person with epilepsy has the right to determine his or her own schedule as he or she sees fit,
Adjustments to the timetable are not necessary for a person with epilepsy.
The person with epilepsy must work part-time.

7. What arrangements can be made for people with epilepsy in the workplace?
Flexible working hours, no flashing lights, emergency telephone helpline.
Isolated workspaces.
Systematic teleworking wherever possible.
Part-time work.

8. Employers
Employers must provide an action plan in case of a seizure to ensure workplace safety and so that all employees know how to respond quickly in the event of a crisis.
Employers are not obliged to train their employees about epilepsy and its management.
Establishing emergency protocols is a recommendation, but not a legal obligation for companies with employees suffering from epilepsy.
Employers must undergo training with a neurologist or an association specialising in the care of people with epilepsy.

9. Inclusion policies in the workplace are sufficient to ensure equal opportunities for people with epilepsy.
True and false: this statement is ambiguous because, although inclusion policies are important, their implementation and effectiveness can vary. Other factors, such as colleagues' awareness and the flexibility of accommodation, also play a crucial role.
True: this is quite sufficient if the rules are clearly explained to all employees.
False: no-one respects the rules if training is not organised.
True and false: While inclusion policies in the workplace are a first step in ensuring equal opportunities for people with epilepsy, the manager's role is the most important in ensuring that the members of his or her team enable the person with epilepsy to work under good conditions.

10. Colleague training.
Training colleagues in epileptic seizure management is a comprehensive solution for ensuring the safety of employees with epilepsy.
While training colleagues is essential, it needs to be complemented by other measures such as developing an action plan, modifying the work environment and offering ongoing support.
Colleague training must take place every three months to ensure employee safety
People with epilepsy must co-train their colleagues to ensure their safety in the event of a seizure.

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