MEDizzy - The client newly diagnosed with epilepsy who works in an

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Seizures

The client newly diagnosed with epilepsy who works in an office asks the nurse, “What can I do to prevent having seizures?” Which statement is the nurse’s best response?

ExplanationFlashing lights, such as occur with a copying machine, can evoke a seizure and should be avoided; other causes of seizures include stress, fatigue, and alcohol intake. Serum blood levels will not help prevent seizures, but they do indicate the serum drug level.