The nurse has completed the education for the parents of a child with tonic-clonic seizures. Which statements made by the parents indicate further education is needed?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "Some of the times when I thought he was ignoring me may have actually been seizure activity."
B. "He just needs to focus more to prevent these attacks."
C. "I know he will outgrow these seizures with time."
D. "I hope we can help our son identify his seizure aura."
E. "We will watch for the development of status epilepticus."
Answer: C
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