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Miscellaneous Antiepileptics (valproic acid) Questions and Answers The client's medication list has valproic acid. The client has no history of seizures. The client is taking valproic acid for which condition? Bipolar disorder Valproic acid is prescribed for 1.__________ seizures. 1. Part...

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Miscellaneous Antiepileptics (valproic
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The client's medication list has valproic acid. The client has no history of seizures. The
client is taking valproic acid for which condition? - answer Bipolar disorder

Valproic acid is prescribed for 1.__________ seizures. - answer 1. Partial

What is valproic acid indicated for? - answer generalized seizures.

What are the side effects of valproic acid? (Select all that apply.) - answer *Insomnia
*Headache
*Sedation

What is an adverse reaction of valproic acid? - answer Suicidal ideation

What is the therapeutic range for valproic acid? - answer 50-125 mcg/mL

What are possible adverse reactions of valproic acid? (Select all that apply.) - answer
*Drowsiness
*Dizziness
*Weight gain
*GI upset

Valproic acid has a 1.__________ affinity for blood plasma protein. - answer 1. High

What should be assessed and monitored on a patient taking valproic acid? (Select all
that apply.) - answer *Mental health
*Hepatic function
*Signs and symptoms of pancreatitis

Which statement by the client indicates that more teaching is needed about valproic
acid? - answer "Any mood changes, erratic behavior, or suicidal ideation is normal
and will go away."

Which level below is in the therapeutic range for valproic acid? - answer 90mcg/mL

What laboratory findings should be monitored while on valproic acid? (Select all that
apply.) - answer *Liver enzymes
*Complete blood count

What are the contraindications for valproic acid? (Select all that apply.) - answer
*Hepatic Impairment

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