Phenytoin, 100 mg orally three times daily, has been prescribed for a client for seizure control. The nurse reinforces instructions regarding the medication to the client. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the instructions?
1. “I will use a soft toothbrush to brush my teeth.” 2. “It’s all right to break the capsules to make it easier for me to swallow them.” 3. “If I forget to take my medication, I can wait until the next dose and eliminate that dose.” 4. “If my throat becomes sore, it’s a normal effect of the medication and it’s nothing to be concerned about.”
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