What would the nurse expect the physician to do with the higher doses of salicylates that are given for arthritis?
a. Decrease the medication.
b. Stop the medication after 1 month.
c. Do serum levels for the medication.
d. Get urine levels for the medication.
ANS: C
Periodic checks of serum salicylate levels may be helpful if the dosage is reaching maximum levels.
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