Tina Sabadin
Klinični oddelek za otroško, mladostniško in razvojno nevrologijo, Pediatrična klinika, Univerzitetni klinični center Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenija

Saša Poljanšek
Klinični oddelek za otroško, mladostniško in razvojno nevrologijo, Pediatrična klinika, Univerzitetni klinični center Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenija

Ana Videnšek
Klinični oddelek za otroško, mladostniško in razvojno nevrologijo, Pediatrična klinika, Univerzitetni klinični center Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenija

Renata Georgieva
Klinični oddelek za otroško, mladostniško in razvojno nevrologijo, Pediatrična klinika, Univerzitetni klinični center Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenija

Abstract

Febrile seizures and epilepsy are among the most common neurological conditions in childhood, with febrile seizures generally representing a benign and transient event, while epilepsy requires comprehensive and longterm management. This article presents the clinical characteristics of febrile seizures, the diagnostic approach, and the role of nursing care in preventing recurrences and educating parents. Furthermore, it outlines the most common pediatric epilepsy syndromes, modern diagnostic procedures, and protocols for managing status epilepticus, where nurses play a crucial role in early recognition, intervention, and family support. Special attention is given to pharmacoresistant epilepsies, including treatment options such as the ketogenic diet, vagus nerve stimulation, surgical approaches, and emerging therapeutic strategies such as gene therapy. A holistic approach involving a multidisciplinary team and continuous nursing care significantly contributes to improving longterm outcomes for children with epilepsy.

Key words: Febrile seizure, childhood epilkepsy, epilepsy syndromes, nursing care, pediatric status epilepticus