Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for aspirin to treat rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should include to monitor for which of the following adverse effects of this medication?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Constipation is not a common side effect of aspirin. Insomnia is not typically associated with aspirin. Aspirin can cause gastrointestinal bleeding and increase bleeding risk due to its antiplatelet effects. Blurred vision is not a common adverse effect of aspirin.