A patient on anticonvulsant therapy confides to the nurse at an outpatient clinic that she suspects she may be pregnant. The nurse should encourage the patient to take which action(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Consult an obstetrician.
b. Discontinue medications.
c. Carry an identification card.
d. Provide a list of seizure medications.
e. Consider oral contraception.
ANS: A, C, D
Pregnancy considerations include encouraging the patient to consult with an obstetrician, provide a list of seizure medications, and carry an identification card. Medications should not be discontinued unless told to do so by the health care provider. If pregnancy is suspected, oral contraceptives should not be encouraged.
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