The client is prescribed phenytoin (Dilantin) for treatment of a seizure disorder. What precautions or instructions should be taught to this client?
A. "Do not take aspirin or aspirin-containing products while on this medication."
B. "Avoid contact sports and heavy physical exercise while on this medication."
C. "Avoid direct exposure to sunlight while on this medication."
D. "Do not take warfarin (Coumadin) while on this medication."
D
Warfarin inhibits the metabolism of phenytoin, increasing the half-life of phenytoin and the risk of toxic levels.
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