Before the Administration of the First Dose of Carbamazepine (Tegretol)

Before the administration of the first dose of carbamazepine (Tegretol) to a client with trigeminal neuralgia, the nurse should

A) assess the client's deep tendon reflexes.
B) check the client's blood pressure.
C) determine if the client abuses alcohol.
D) remind the client to remain in bed for 20 minutes after receiving the drug.