Zainab Is Taking Lamotrigine (Lamictal) and Presents to the Clinic

Multiple Choice

Zainab is taking lamotrigine (Lamictal) and presents to the clinic with fever and lymphadenopathy. Initial evaluation and treatment includes:

A) Reassuring her she has a viral infection and to call if she isn't better in 4 or 5 days
B) Ruling out a hypersensitivity reaction that may lead to multi-organ failure
C) Rapid strep test and symptomatic care if strep test is negative
D) Observation only, with further assessment if she worsens