What is the priority safety measure to implement when a patient has been started on carbamazepine (Tegretol)?
a. Ask the patient about symptoms of nausea/vomiting.
b. Monitor for and manage seizure activity.
c. Assist the patient when getting out of bed.
d. Always give this drug with food.
ANS: C
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a. "I need to shop for foods low in sodium and avoid adding salt to food." b. "I should weigh myself daily and report any sudden weight loss or gain." c. "I need to limit my fluid intake to no more than 1 quart of liquids a day." d. "I will eat foods high in potassium because diuretics cause potassium loss."
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