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azncindy619

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What is the most important action or assessment to perform after giving a patient the first dose of any antiseizure drug?
 
  a. Check for gingival hyperplasia.
  b. Assess any IV sites and skin areas for bleeding.
  c. Check the patient's level of consciousness.
  d. Assess the patient's deep tendon reflexes.

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Which precaution should you teach patients prescribed carbamazepine (Tegretol)?
 
  a. Avoid crowds and people who are ill.
  b. Take this drug with an antacid to prevent ulcers.
  c. Restrict your fluid intake to less than 1.5 L daily.
  d. Keep the bottle containing the drug in the refrigerator.


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Pariscourtney

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


azncindy619

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Wow, this really help

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