The nurse is administering an antiepileptic drug and will follow which guidelines? (Select all that apply.) a) Monitor the patient for drowsiness. b )Medications may be stopped if seizure activity disappears. c) Give the medication at the same time every day. d) Give the medication on an empty stomach. e) Notify the prescriber if the patient is unable to take the medication.?.

The nurse is administering an antiepileptic drug and will follow which guidelines? (Select all that apply.) a) Monitor the patient for drowsiness. b )Medications may be stopped if seizure activity disappears. c) Give the medication at the same time every day. d) Give the medication on an empty stomach. e) Notify the prescriber if the patient is unable to take the medication.?.

Intro To Health Care

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Chapter21: Emergency Procedures

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