A Patient with Generalized Convulsive Disorder Has a Nursing Diagnosis

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient with generalized convulsive disorder has a nursing diagnosis of "Deficient knowledge,related to lack of information about the side effects of phenytoin (Dilantin) ." Which goal and outcome criteria would be most appropriate?

• A) Absence of gastrointestinal (GI) complaint; takes medication with food
• B) Stimulation of gingiva; brushes teeth vigorously to encourage gingival growth
• C) Maintenance of normal pattern of elimination; limits fluids and eats foods that reduce diarrhea
• D) Maintenance of normal sleep pattern; reduces stimuli and takes warm baths to induce drowsiness

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