When caring for a client who is receiving phenytoin (Dilantin) for seizure control, the nurse emphasizes meticulous oral hygeine to the cleint, stating that phenytoin has which of the following effects on oral tissue?
a) It causes hyperplasia of the gums
b) It increases the alkalinity of the oral secretions
c) It destroys tooth enamel
d) It increases bacterial growth in the gum line
Ans: a) It causes hyperplasia of the gums
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