The Nurse Is Reviewing the Dosage Schedule for Several Different

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing the dosage schedule for several different antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) . Which antiepileptic drug allows for once-a-day dosing?

• A) Levetiracetam (Keppra)
• B) Phenobarbital
• C) Valproic acid (Depakote)
• D) Gabapentin (Neurontin)

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