A patient with bipolar disorder takes lamotrigine [Lamictal]. Which statement by the patient would prompt the nurse to hold the drug and notify the prescriber for further assessment?
A) "I get a little dizzy sometimes."
B) "I had a headache last week that lasted for about an hour."
C) "I've broken out in a rash on my chest and back."
D) "Last night I woke up twice with a bad dream."
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