A patient with a history of seizure disorder is taking mephobarbital (Mebaral) as part of drug therapy for the disorder. Which of the following laboratory tests should be used to monitor for adverse drug effects?
a. Complete blood count (CBC)
b. Uric acid level
c. Salicylate level
d. Electrolytes
ANS: A
Mephobarbital can cause agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, and megaloblastic anemia. A CBC would detect these adverse drug effects.
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