A client is receiving estrogen therapy but also takes phenytoin for seizure control. The nurse would alert the client to the possibility of which of the following?
A) Potential for blood clots
B) Increased risk for infection
C) Possibility of breakthrough bleeding
D) Increased risk for seizures
Ans: C
Feedback:
When estrogen is given with phenytoin, a hydantoin, the client is at increased risk for breakthrough bleeding. Blood clots can be an adverse reaction with estrogen therapy alone. There is no increased risk for infection. When given together, these drugs do not increase the risk for seizures.
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