TEST QUESTION: Dilantin Teaching

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C) You should set up dental exams every 3-6 months.


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  • Gingival hyperplasia may develop while on Dilantin, thus, dental checkup are extremely important.
  • The intervals of visits may vary depending upon the dentist and patient.
  • Oral hygiene is extremely important to avoid gingival hyperplasia.

OTHER ANSWERS:

  • Although there are potential for adverse effect such as thrombocytopenia and pancytopenia, monthly CBC draws are not necessary…intervals for draws are more likely to be every 3-6 months.
  • Phenytoin can actually make birth controls not work as well. Back up protection is recommended.
  • Therapeutic level is actually 10-20 mcg/ml.

 

 

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