Salicylates (aspirin) labeling includes a warning regarding which risk in children?

• A. No warning
• B. Bleeding risk
• C. Reye's syndrome warning
• D. Only for adults

Answer: (C)

The important idea for this item is the pediatric warning on aspirin labeling about Reye's syndrome. Reye's syndrome is a rare but serious condition that causes swelling of the liver and brain, and it has been linked to giving salicylates to children or teenagers during viral illnesses such as the flu or chickenpox. Because of this risk, labeling instructs against using aspirin in children with viral infections and suggests using alternative fever/pain relievers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen (when appropriate). While bleeding risk is a concern with salicylates in general, the labeling specifically highlights the risk of Reye's syndrome in children, which is why this option is the best choice.