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The nurse is teaching an parent of a young child with a newly diagnosed seizure disorder. The child has been put on valproic acid (Depakote) for control of seizures.
 
  The nurse determines that further instruction is needed when the parent states which of the following? 1. I will not let him chew his tablet..
   2. I will not use carbonated beverages to dilute his medication..
   3. I will give his medicine on any empty stomach so he will absorb it better..
   4. I will bring him to the physician office for regular blood work to check bleeding times..
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3. I will give his medicine on any empty stomach so he will absorb it better..

Rationale:
Valproic acid (Depakote) should be given with foods to decrease GI irritation. This child should not be allowed to chew a valproic acid tablet. Carbonated beverages should never be used to dilute valproic acid. It is appropriate to have periodic blood studies to check bleeding times and platelet count.
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