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Most antiepileptic drugs treat a specific form (or forms) of epilepsy. Which drug is effective for almost all forms?
 
  1. Phenytoin
  2. Ethosuximide
  3. Valproic acid
  4. Phenobarbital

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Which statement is accurate regarding monitoring the effectiveness of antiepileptic drugs?
 
  1. All seizure medications can be monitored by serum drug levels.
  2. Maintenance of a seizure frequency chart is essential.
  3. The monitoring period is 10 days for most patients.
  4. It is safe for patients to drive during the monitoring period.



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