The nurse learns the patient who takes fosphenytoin was prescribed apixaban two months ago. The nurse assesses the patient for which complication caused by taking these two medications together?
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The patient presents to the emergency department with altered mental status and myoclonic jerking. Although the nurse notes that the patient is flushed and his face is red, his skin and mucous membranes are dry and warm to the touch. The nurse also notes decreased bowel sounds and palpates a distended bladder. Vital signs are significant for a temperature of 39.9°C (103.8°F), heart rate of 122 bpm and a blood pressure of 165/92 mm Hg. The nurse prepares to administer which of the following medications to this patient?
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