Title: Module 5 Reflective Assignment
Course: DEH 2821 Medically-Compromised Patient > Section: Module 5 - Epilepsy

Joan Claxton was diagnosed with epilepsy 25 years ago at the age of 19. She has recently been placed on a new medication, Neurontin. Her condition had been treated with Depakote, but Joan had been concerned about the side effects she was experiencing with the medication. Based on this scenario, answer the following questions:
1. What side effects can Depakote cause?
2. What side effects do Depakote and Neurontin have in common? How do they differ?
3. What questions should the dental hygienist ask Ms. Claxton before initiating treatment? How should the information be documented?
4. Does the hygienist need to contact her physician before starting treatment? Why or why not?

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