A patient will begin taking dimercaprol [BAL in Oil] for arsenic poisoning. The nurse performs a medical history on this patient. Which aspect of the patient's history would cause the most concern?
A) Anemia
B) Lead exposure
C) Peanut allergy
D) Peptic ulcer disease

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Dimercaprol is formulated in peanut oil and should not be given to patients with peanut allergy. A history of anemia, previous lead exposure, or peptic ulcer disease are not contraindications to treatment with this drug.

A Patient Will Begin Taking Dimercaprol [BAL in Oil] for Arsenic