The nurse is teaching a mother of a young child with a newly diagnosed seizure disorder. The child has been put on valproic acid (Depakote) for control of seizures
The nurse knows that the mother does not understand the effects of valproic acid when she states: 1. "I will not use carbonated beverages to dilute his medication."
2. "I will give his medicine on an empty stomach so he will absorb it better."
3. "I will not let him chew his tablet."
4. "I will bring him to the physician office for regular blood work to check bleeding times."
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Rationale 1: Carbonated beverages should never be used to dilute valproic acid.
Rationale 2: Valproic acid (Depakote) should be given with foods to decrease GI irritation.
Rationale 3: This child should not be allowed to chew a valproic acid tablet.
Rationale 4: It is appropriate to have periodic blood studies to check bleeding times and platelet count.
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