A client is placed on aspirin. A toxic reaction to this medication that the nurse will teach the client to report is
1. blurred vision.
2. muscle cramps.
3. tinnitus.
4. joint pain.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Blurred vision is not a sign of toxicity.
Rationale 2: Muscle cramps are not a sign of toxicity.
Rationale 3: Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, is a common early sign of aspirin toxicity.
Rationale 4: Joint pain is not a sign of toxicity.
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