What are the priority teaching needs for james and his


James is 5 years old and was diagnosed with new onset of tonic-clonic seizures. He will be sent home on Dilantin 240 mg PO b.i.d and Diastat 10 mg PR (rectal Valium) for breakthrough seizures.

a. What are the priority teaching needs for James and his parents?

b. How does Dilantin prevent seizures, and why is it a good choice for James?

c. What is Diastat (rectal Valium) and how should it be given?

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