Comprehensive Nursing Pharmacology Q 195

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Gold sodium thiomalate is prescribed to a client with rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following side effects indicates an overdose of the medication?

  

     A. Flushing

     B. Dizziness

     C. Joint pain

     D. Metallic taste

    

    

Correct Answer: D. Metallic taste.

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Gold sodium thiomalate toxicity signs are pruritus, diarrhea, dermatitis, stomatitis, and metallic taste.

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Options A and B: Flushing and dizziness are the side effects that may occur soon after the injection.

Option C: Increased joint pain may occur 1-2 days after the injection.

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