Aspirin Should Not Be Given to a Child Until He

question 6

Multiple Choice

Aspirin should not be given to a child until he or she is 18 years of age because

• A)the tablets are too difficult to swallow.
• B)there is a risk of Reye syndrome.
• C)aspirin is a narcotic and requires a prescription.
• D)aspirin has been associated with hepatotoxicity.

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