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hbsimmons88

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has
 
  issued a warning for users of antiepileptic drugs. Based on this report, the nurse will monitor for which potential problems with this class of drugs?
  a. Increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors
  b. Signs of bone marrow depression
  c. Indications of drug addiction and dependency
  d. Increased risk of cardiovascular events, such as strokes

Question 2

When teaching a patient about taking a newly prescribed antiepileptic drug (AED) at home, the nurse will include which instruction?
 
  a. Driving is allowed after 2 weeks of therapy.
  b. If seizures recur, take a double dose of the medication.
  c. Antacids can be taken with the AED to reduce gastrointestinal adverse effects.
  d. Regular, consistent dosing is important for successful treatment.


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TDubDCFL

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

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D


hbsimmons88

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

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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