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The Client Who Is Prescribed Valproic Acid (Depakote)for Seizure Control

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The client who is prescribed valproic acid (Depakote) for seizure control would like to have a baby.Which statements should the nurse include in a discussion with this client?
Select all that apply.


A) Since your epilepsy may flare up during pregnancy,your doctor will likely have you take a second antiepileptic medication."
B) Thankfully,most modern antiepileptic medications will not interfere with your getting pregnant."
C) Your current antiepileptic medication should not be used when you are pregnant."
D) Folic acid supplementation is important for you."
E) You should consider adopting a baby instead since there are so many problems associated with epilepsy and pregnancy."

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