The doctor wrote a written orders to give phenytoin( Dilantin) intravenously. The nurse should adminster the medication in which of the following fluid?.
A. D5NS.
B.D5W.C.
C.Normal Saline.
D.Lactated Ringer.
Correct answer is C.
Rationale: A,B,and D are wrong because they are not compatible with Dilantin.
LR has calcium, and D5 has dextrose and cannot be mixed with Dilantin since they are incompatible.
Dilantin is used for : Treatment of grand mal Seizure disorder, psychomotor Seizure disorder which involves the temporal lobe.Also when a patient had brain surgery,dilantin is given during and after brain surgery. Follow doctor orders and hospital policy and procedures.
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