The client taking phenytoin (Dilantin) asks the nurse what the side effects of the drug are. What should the nurse include in the response? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Bradycardia
2. Hyperglycemia
3. Stevens-Johnson syndrome
4. Hypoglycemia
5. Tachycardia
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
Rationale 1: Bradycardia is a possible side effect of phenytoin (Dilantin).
Rationale 2: Hyperglycemia is a possible side effect of phenytoin (Dilantin).
Rationale 3: Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a possible side effect of phenytoin (Dilantin).
Rationale 4: Phenytoin causes hyperglycemia.
Rationale 5: Phenytoin causes bradycardia not tachycardia.
Global Rationale: Possible side effects of phenytoin (Dilantin) include bradycardia, hyperglycemia, and Steven-Johnson syndrome. Hypoglycemia and tachycardia are not side effects of this medication.
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