The nurse is planning education sessions for a patient regarding use of a newly prescribed antiepileptic drug (AED) . Which topics should be included in this session?
A) The patient should take the medication at the same time every day.
B) If the patient forgets a dose of medication, wait until the next dose is due and take both doses together.
C) The patient should take an additional dose of medication upon experiencing a seizure aura.
D) If the patient experiences side effects of the medication, the patient should skip the next dose to see if the side effects lessen.
E) The patient should avoid using dietary supplements containing kava when on this medication.
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