A client is prescribed fosphenytoin sodium. The nurse prepares to administer this by which route?
a. oral c. intramuscular
b. subcutaneous d. intravenous
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: It is not approved for oral use.
B Incorrect: It is not approved for subcutaneous use.
C Incorrect: It is not approved for intramuscular use.
D Correct: Fosphenytoin is approved only for intravenous use.
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