One of the most important things a nurse can teach a client about seizure control is to:
1. take the medication every day as prescribed by the doctor.
2. eat a balanced diet.
3. get lots of exercise.
4. take naps during the day.
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Medication is effective only if it is taken as prescribed, and suddenly stopping the medication can trigger an increase in seizure activity. Diet and exercise are important to a healthy lifestyle but do little to control seizure activity.
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