A client who is currently on valproic acid (Depakote), an anticonvulsant for seizure disorder, has come to the neurologist for routine blood work. He asks the nurse why he has to have his blood drawn. Which statement below BEST answers this question?
a. Blood work has been ordered to monitor for the potential development of blood dyscrasias, hepatotoxicity, and therapeutic levels.
b. The physician maintains records for The Joint Commission.
c. Only a certified physician can answer that question.
d. It is necessary to know the client's blood type before prescribing this medication.
a. Blood work has been ordered to monitor for the potential development of blood dyscrasias, hepatotoxicity, and therapeutic levels.
FEEDBACK:
a. When taking valproic acid, blood work is done routinely to monitor for the potential development of blood dyscrasias, hepatotoxicity, and therapeutic levels.
b. This is not an appropriate answer. .
c. The professional nurse can answer this question. .
d. It is not necessary to know the client's blood type before prescribing valproic acid. .
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