A Client Is Prescribed Colchicine (Colcrys) for Gout

question 40

Multiple Choice

A client is prescribed colchicine (Colcrys) for gout. What are the adverse effects of this therapy? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Standard Text: Select all that apply.

• A) Nausea and vomiting.
• B) Abdominal pain.
• C) Diarrhea.
• D) Constipation.
• E) Muscle pain.

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