The nurse caring for a client who has been on chronic therapy ...

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The nurse caring for a client who has been on chronic therapy with valproic acid. The nurse assesses which of the following for this client?
 
  a. renal function tests c. audiometric tests
  b. pulmonary function tests d. liver function tests

Question 2

The drowsiness experienced by some clients when beginning phenytoin therapy:
 
  a. gets worse the longer the person takes the drug.
  b. improves after taking the drug for a while.
  c. is especially severe in children.
  d. remains throughout therapy.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: Valproic acid normally does not cause nephrotoxicity.
B Incorrect: Valproic acid normally does not affect pulmonary function.
C Incorrect: Valproic acid is not associated with ototoxicity.
D Correct: Hepatotoxicity is a concern for the client on long-term valproic acid therapy.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not a true statement about phenytoin.
B Correct: Clients should be reassured that the drowsiness discontinues with use.
C Incorrect: There is not evidence to support this.
D Incorrect: These is not evidence to support this.

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