The nurse is teaching a client who is newly diagnosed with epilepsy.Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching concerning the drug regimen?

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The nurse must emphasize that antiepileptic drugs must be taken even if seizure activity has stopped.Discontinuing the medication can predispose the client to seizure activity and status epilepticus.The client should not drink alcohol while taking seizure medications.The client should wear a medical alert bracelet and should make the doctor aware of all medications to prevent complications of polypharmacy.

The Nurse Is Teaching a Client Who Is Newly Diagnosed