The patient has been prescribed chloroquine for treatment of malarial symptoms. Before initiating treatment, the primary care provider should plan to screen the patient for evidence of:
a. Hearing deficit
b. Change in mental status
c. Ocular disease
d. Osteoporosis
ANS: C
Chloroquine is contraindicated for use in patients with ocular disease.
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