A patient who is taking phenytoin (Dilantin)for a newly diagnosed seizure disorder calls the primary care NP to report a rash.The NP should:

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Phenytoin should be discontinued if skin rash appears because some rashes can be life-threatening.Rashes are not related to serum drug levels,so a phenytoin level is not indicated.Although some rashes are self-limiting,the patient should stop taking the drug until serious rashes are ruled out.Suggesting diphenhydramine is not correct until the severity of the rash is known.

A Patient Who Is Taking Phenytoin (Dilantin)for a Newly Diagnosed