A Client Taking Phenytoin (Dilantin) Is Admitted to the Emergency

question 6

Multiple Choice

A client taking phenytoin (Dilantin) is admitted to the emergency department with a level of 30 mcg/mL. The nurse would evaluate for the severe side effect of:

• A) gingival hyperplasia.
• B) abdominal distention.
• C) abdominal cramps.
• D) hypertension.

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