Ati pediatric proctored exam 1
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A nurse is creating a plan of care for a child who is 8 years of age and has a prescription for anticonvulsant medication to take for the management of chronic pain. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse plan to make? (Select All that Apply.)
Explanation & Rationale
A. Anticonvulsants for chronic pain management are typically taken long-term and not limited to one week. B. Many anticonvulsants are metabolized in the liver, so baseline liver function tests are necessary before starting therapy. C. Anticonvulsants have been associated with an increased risk of suicidal ideation, and families should be advised to monitor for mood changes. D. Any dose adjustments should be made under the supervision of the prescriber to prevent adverse effects. E. Anticonvulsants can have sedative effects and should not be taken with anti-anxiety medications without medical supervision, as this can increase the risk of CNS depression.
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