The nurse is caring for a patient that has seizure disorder.The nurse notes that the patient has reddened gums that bleed when oral care is given.The nurse recognizes this finding as:

Choice A rationalePoor self-care is not directly associated with reddened, bleeding gums in this context.Choice B rationaleWhile aspirin can cause bleeding issues, the context here is related to seizure disorder and phenytoin.Choice C rationalePhenytoin, an anticonvulsant used to manage seizures, can cause gingival hyperplasia, leading to reddened and bleeding gums.Choice D rationaleHepatotoxicity is related to liver damage and does not present with reddened, bleeding gums.