The client tells the nurse that she has been taking phenytoin (Dilantin) for two years now, and is still having too many side effects.She wants to stop taking it.What is the best response by the nurse?
A) "This is the best medication for you; we can add another medication to decrease the side effects associated with phenytoin (Dilantin) ."
B) "You have probably been on the medication long enough; I'll let your doctor know you are stopping it."
C) "Side effects are a problem, but they are not as bad as the seizures you were having."
D) "Please do no stop the medication abruptly, as you will have withdrawal seizures."
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