A patient who is 36 weeks pregnant has been taking phenytoin (Dilantin) for a seizure disorder. Which supplement should the nurse anticipate being prescribed for this patient?
A) Vitamin C
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin E
D) Vitamin K
D
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Phenytoin (Dilantin) is believed to cause a fetal syndrome that includes vitamin K deficiency. To counteract the vitamin K deficiency and prevent hemorrhage in the newborn, the patient may be prescribed vitamin K during the last 4 weeks of gestation. Vitamins C, D, or E have no impact on the pregnant patient who is taking phenytoin (Dilantin) for a seizure disorder.
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