Antiseizure medication
NCLEX-RN glossary · Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies
Definition
Agents used to stabilize neuronal membranes; surveillance focuses on therapeutic serum ranges and CNS safety.
Antiseizure medication in plain English
Priority is identifying the 'Red Flag' of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (rash) and preventing status epilepticus from abrupt withdrawal. The main trap is discontinuing medication because the client has been 'seizure-free' for several months, which triggers a rebound emergency.
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