Which clients prescribed dantrolene (Dantrium) should the nurse recognize have the greatest risk for liver toxicity?
A. A 49-year-old woman who has a history of esophagitis
B. A 60-year-old man with pneumonia
C. A 38-year-old woman who has type 2 diabetes
D. An 18-year-old who injured his leg playing soccer
E. A 26-year-old woman who has an ostomy
Ans:
A. A 49-year-old woman who has a history of esophagitis
C. A 38-year-old woman who has type 2 diabetes
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