A 17-year-old patient with a new onset of seizures is diagnosed with epilepsy.What should the nurse include in the patient teaching?
A) Aspirin can inhibit the action of anticonvulsants.
B) Sudden withdrawal of anticonvulsants can lead to status epilepticus.
C) Anticonvulsants must be taken frequently during the day to prevent seizures.
D) When the seizures have been controlled, the medications can be discontinued.
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