A patient who has epilepsy will begin an anticonvulsant medication.The patient asks the nurse how long the medication will be necessary.How will the nurse respond?

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Anticonvulsants are given to prevent seizures and are usually taken throughout the patient's lifetime.Stopping the medication will lead to recurrence of seizures in most patients.Some patients may attempt to stop taking the medications after 3 to 5 years of no seizure activity.Anticonvulsants are not given as needed.

A Patient Who Has Epilepsy Will Begin an Anticonvulsant Medication