What is the most important question to ask before administering the first dose of celecoxib (Celebrex) to a patient?
a. "Do you floss your teeth daily?"
b. "Are you allergic to sulfa drugs?"
c. "Do you have diabetes mellitus?"
d. "Have you ever had glaucoma?"
ANS: B
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