Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 631 of 2368
The parent of a 9-year-old child with chickenpox asks the nurse if aspirin can be given for the fever. Which response is correct?
- "Aspirin is safe for any child over 6 years old."
- "Aspirin is safe if given with a full glass of water."
- "Aspirin should not be given because of the risk of Reye's syndrome."
- "Aspirin is safe if given for no longer than three days."
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Correct answer: "Aspirin should not be given because of the risk of Reye's syndrome."
Children and teenagers should not take aspirin for chickenpox or flu-like symptoms because of the risk of Reye's syndrome.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Analgesics & Musculoskeletal System: Aspirin. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026