The nurse is preparing to educate a client on prescribed antiepileptic drug (AED). Which information should the nurse include in the teaching?
A. The prescription should be taken at the same time every day.
B. When a dose of the prescription is missed, take both doses together when the next dose is due.
C. Take an additional dose of the prescription if experiencing a seizure aura.
D. When experiencing side effects skip the next dose of the prescription.
E. Avoid the use of dietary supplements containing kava while taking the prescription.
Answer : A. The prescription should be taken at the same time every day.
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