Cara is taking levetiracetam (Keppra) to treat seizures. Routine education for levetiracetam includes reminding her:
1. To not abruptly discontinue levetiracetam due to risk for withdrawal seizures
2. To wear sunscreen due to photosensitivity from levetiracetam
3. To get an annual eye exam while on levetiracetam
4. To report weight loss if it occurs
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a. Affected children have some degree of cognitive impairment. b. Around 20% of affected children have normal intelligence. c. About 45% of affected children have normal intelligence. d. Cognitive impairment is expected if motor and sensory deficits are severe.
The nurse knows a family whose adult child killed several people before taking his own life
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The nurse assesses several clients for their potential risk for developing cancer. Which client does the nurse assess to be at greatest risk for developing cancer?
1. The client who is an alcoholic and eats a diet high in fatty foods 2. The client who frequently forgets breast self-exams but has routine mammograms 3. The client who is 10 pounds overweight but exercises regularly 4. The client who applies sunscreen when arriving at the beach