Aspirin is avoided in children with influenza infection because of association______________?
Correct answer: A. Reye's syndrome
- A. Reye's syndrome
- B. Nausea
- C. Diarrhoea
- D. Acid-base imbalance
Explanation
Aspirin use during viral infections in children is associated with Reye syndrome, an acute encephalopathy with hepatic dysfunction. This is why aspirin is generally avoided in children with influenza or varicella.
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