Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
A nurse is reviewing the allergies of a client who has rheumatoid arthritis prior to administering celecoxib to the client. The nurse should identify that which of the following allergies is a contraindication for receiving this medication?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Sulfonamides. Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and belongs to the class of sulfonamides. Patients allergic to sulfonamides are at risk of cross-reactivity with celecoxib, leading to severe allergic reactions. Shellfish (B), fluoroquinolones (C), and peanuts (D) are not related to the mechanism of action or composition of celecoxib, so they are not contraindications. It is important for the nurse to identify sulfonamide allergies to prevent adverse reactions in patients receiving celecoxib.