A patient is beginning IV Phenytoin for diagnosis of a new onset of Seizures. What adverse effects would the nurse asses for after administering the medication?

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After administering Phenytoin for a diagnosis of new onset of Seizures, the adverse effects the nurse would assess for include slurred speech, thrombocytopenia, and Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Hemorrhage, prolonged clotting time and thrombocytopenia are adverse effects of Heparin. Gastrointestinal bleeding, acute renal insufficiency and liver dysfunction are adverse reactions of Aspirin. Fosphenytoin may cause increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP), cerebral edema and somnolence.

A Patient Is Beginning IV Phenytoin for Diagnosis of a New