While caring for a client who is taking Dipentum (olsalazine) for ulcerative colitis, the nurse is aware that it is most important to determine if the patient has an allergy to which of the following?
A) Penicillins or cephalosporins
B) NSAIDs or opioids
C) Beta blockers or nitrosoureas
D) Sulfonamides or salicylates

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Dipentum (olsalazine) is a sulfasalazine derivative, so it is important to determine if the patient has an allergy to sulfonamides or salicylates. Allergies to penicillins or cephalosporins, NSAIDs or opioids, beta blockers, or nitrosoureas are not directly relevant to the use of Dipentum.

While Caring for a Client Who Is Taking Dipentum (Olsalazine)