The mother of a pediatric patient asks the health care provider why her child should not be given aspirin. Which of the following statements represents the most accurate response by the health care provider?
a. It could precipitate or worsen the potentially fatal Reye's syndrome.
b. It could precipitate liver failure.
c. It could cause deterioration of kidney function.
d. It could lead to chronic nosebleeds.
ANS: A
Reye's syndrome is a rare but serious disorder that carries a mortality rate of 20% to 30%. Reye's syndrome is often the sequela of varicella and other viral infections. Salicylates may precipitate or worsen this disorder, but there is no unequivocal proof at this time that aspirin is a major factor.
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