A child has been seizure free for 2 years.A father asks the nurse how much longer the child will need to take the antiseizure medications.How should the nurse respond?
A) Medications can be discontinued at this time.
B) The child will need to take the drugs for 5 years after the last seizure.
C) A step-wise approach will be used to reduce the dosage gradually.
D) Seizure disorders are a lifelong problem. Medications cannot be discontinued.

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A predesigned protocol is used to wean a child gradually off antiseizure medications,usually when the child is seizure free for 2 years.Medications must be gradually reduced to minimize the recurrence of seizures.The risk of recurrence is greatest within 6 months after discontinuation.

A Child Has Been Seizure Free for 2 Years