A Patient Who Takes Aspirin for Rheumatoid Arthritis Develops a Headache

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient who takes aspirin for rheumatoid arthritis develops a headache and tinnitus. The patient's lab result includes a plasma salicylate level of 300 $\mu$ g/mL, and a urine pH of 6.0. What action will the provider take?

• A) Increase the aspirin dose to better treat the patient's headache.
• B) Order lab work to identify possible renal toxicity.
• C) Prepare to provide respiratory support, related to a possible overdose.
• D) Withhold the aspirin until the patient's symptoms have subsided.

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