Starr, a 72-year-old woman comes to the clinic complaining o…

Starr, a 72-year-old woman comes to the clinic complaining of having difficulty when she tries to do type on her computer. She walks straight, although somewhat slowly, and no rigidity is noted on movement. She states the shaking in her hands stops when she holds her hands in her lap. What tentative diagnosis would the family nurse practitioner make?

Dwayne has recently started on carbamazepine to treat seizur…

Dwayne has recently started on carbamazepine to treat seizures. His carbamazepine levels were within therapeutic range on his last visit. However, during today’s visit, his level was low.  Dwayne, insists he is compliant and has not missed a dose. What could be a possible cause of low carbamazepine levels?