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A client has been receiving phenytoin (Dilantin) for 15 years. The nurse implements which diagnostic test to assess for a common adverse reaction to long-term medication use?
 
  a. Fasting blood glucose level
  b. Chest x-ray
  c. Voiding cystourethrogram
  d. BUN and creatinine

Question 2

A client with a new seizure disorder is ordered to receive phenobarbital (Luminal) for seizures. The nurse would expect:
 
  a. a high body temperature.
  b. hypertension.
  c. lethargy.
  d. decreased urine output.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Hyperglycemia is a known adverse reaction to long-term Dilantin use that may be assessed via a fasting blood glucose measurement.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
As a barbiturate, this medication is known for its sedative effect.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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