A child is newly diagnosed with epilepsy and has been placed on daily phenytoin (Dilantin) by the physician. When planning education for the family, the nurse would include which of the following?
1. Fluid intake
2. Good dental hygiene
3. A decrease in vitamin D intake
4. Taking the medication with milk
2. Good dental hygiene
Rationale:
Because phenytoin (Dilantin) can cause gingival hyperplasia, good dental hygiene should be encouraged. Fluid intake does not affect the drug's effectiveness, an adequate intake of vitamin D should be encouraged, and phenytoin (Dilantin) should not be taken with dairy products.
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