The nurse is reviewing antiepileptic drug (AED) therapy. Which statements about AED therapy are accurate?
(Select all that apply.)
a. AED therapy can be stopped when seizures are stopped.
b. AED therapy is usually lifelong.
c. Consistent dosing is the key to controlling seizures.
d. A dose may be skipped if the patient is experiencing adverse effects.
e. Do not abruptly discontinue AEDs because doing so may cause rebound seizure activity.
ANS: B, C, E
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