The physician has prescribed phenytoin (Dilantin) for a client with diabetes mellitus who presents with partial seizures.What does the nurse include in the care plan for this client?
A) Plan to institute safety precautions, as the client is at risk for dizziness and ataxia.
B) Plan to discuss with the physician the need to increase the client's insulin based on serum glucose levels.
C) Plan to assess the client for petechiae, epistaxis, and hematuria.
D) Plan to discuss with the physician the need to decrease the client's insulin based on serum glucose levels.
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