A Child Has Been Seizure-Free for 2 Years

question 18

Multiple Choice

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. The nurse includes which intervention in the response?

• 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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