The nurse providing therapy with Simponi (golimumab) recognizes the patient must be meticulously screened for which of the following?
A) A history of active or latent tuberculosis
B) The presence of orthostatic hypotension
C) Risk factors associated with acute respiratory distress syndrome
D) A history of poorly controlled diabetes mellitus

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Simponi can increase the risk of tuberculosis reactivation in patients who have latent tuberculosis. Therefore, patients must be screened for both active and latent tuberculosis before initiating therapy with Simponi.

The Nurse Providing Therapy with Simponi (Golimumab) Recognizes the Patient