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mwit1967

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A patient is prescribed lamotrigine for seizure control. The drug received from the pharmacy is Lamisil. What is your best action?
 
  a. Administer the drug as prescribed.
  b. Hold the dose and call the pharmacy immediately.
  c. Ask the patient whether he or she recognizes the tablet.
  d. Notify the prescriber that the usual brand of lamotrigine is not available.

Question 2

A patient who has been prescribed
 
  ethosuximide (Zarontin) tells you about experiencing an upset stomach after each dose of the drug. What is your best action?
  a. Administer a dose of an antinausea drug.
  b. Instruct the patient to take the drug with a full glass of water.
  c. Give the drug with meals or a snack.
  d. Elevate the head of the bed to avoid aspiration.


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ttt030911

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

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


mwit1967

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help

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:D TYSM

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