A patient is being treated for a seizure disorder with phenytoin (Dilantin). He is admitted to the emergency room with sinus bradycardia. What action will occur regarding his antiepileptic agent?
A) Phenytoin (Dilantin) dose will be reduced.
B) Phenytoin (Dilantin) will be discontinued.
C) Phenytoin (Dilantin) will be given every other day.
D) Phenytoin (Dilantin) dose will be increased.
B
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Phenytoin should be discontinued immediately because it is contraindicated in patients with sinus bradycardia. Reducing the frequency of administration would likely be insufficient.
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