The purpose of the cough and sneeze reflexes is to clear the airway.

Choice A rationale

Anticonvulsant medications are not taken on an as-needed basis. They require consistent dosing to maintain therapeutic levels and prevent seizure activity effectively.

Choice B rationale

The goal of anticonvulsant therapy is not just temporary seizure control but long-term management. Medications are continued even after achieving seizure-free status to prevent recurrence.

Choice C rationale

While some patients might achieve control within a few years, there is no standard duration for stopping anticonvulsants. Treatment duration varies based on individual response and risk of recurrence.

Choice D rationale

Anticonvulsant medications are typically taken for a lifetime to manage epilepsy. Long-term therapy is crucial for maintaining seizure control and preventing breakthrough seizures.

Choice A rationale

Administering amoxicillin when a patient has a known allergy to penicillin can result in a serious allergic reaction. It is important to avoid using any beta-lactam antibiotic in patients with a history of penicillin allergy.

Choice B rationale

Contacting the provider to discuss using a different antibiotic is the safest course of action. The provider can prescribe an alternative antibiotic that does not belong to the beta-lactam class, reducing the risk of an allergic reaction.

Choice C rationale

Asking the provider to order an antihistamine does not address the underlying risk of administering a beta-lactam antibiotic to a patient with a penicillin allergy. Antihistamines are used to manage allergic reactions, not to prevent them.

Choice D rationale

Requesting an order for a beta-lactamase resistant drug does not eliminate the risk of an allergic reaction, as these drugs still belong to the beta-lactam class and can trigger the same allergic responses in sensitive individuals.