Quinine is prescribed for a woman with malaria. Before administering the first dose, which question should the nurse ask the patient?
1. "Have you ever been diagnosed with anorexia nervosa?"
2. "Is there any chance you are pregnant?"
3. "Do you have a Jewish heritage?"
4. "At what age did menstruation begin for you?"
Correct Answer: 2
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