When Using Therapeutic Agents That Can Cause Methemoglobinemia (MethHb), Which

question 35

Multiple Choice

When using therapeutic agents that can cause methemoglobinemia (methHb) , which of the following is important to prevent adverse effects?

• A) Checking the frequency of ventilation
• B) Frequent monitoring for methHb to weigh the risk against the benefit
• C) Occasional monitoring for sickle cell anemia
• D) Frequent monitoring for abnormal body temperature (high or low)

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