Author Question: Vitamin D deficiency would most likely be seen in a patient with seizures who is being treated with ... (Read 104 times)

rl · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Vitamin D deficiency would most likely be seen in a patient with seizures who is being treated with which drug type?

1. Phenytoin-like agents
2. Benzodiazepines
3. Barbiturates
4. Hydantoins

Question 2

Which of the following adverse effects would most likely be associated with the use of phenytoin (Dilantin)?

1. Vitamin B deficiency
2. Leg edema
3. Bleeding
4. Hypoglycemia

ms_sulzle · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Barbiturates can cause a vitamin D deficiency.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Dilantin affects the metabolism of vitamin K, which can lead to blood dyscrasias. Hyperglycemia is more common than hypoglycemia, and leg edema is not generally experienced as an adverse effect.