A Patient with an Acute Attack of Gout in the Right

question 30

Multiple Choice

A patient with an acute attack of gout in the right great toe has a new prescription for probenecid. Which information about the patient's home routine indicates a need for teaching regarding gout management?

• A)The patient sleeps 8-10 hours each night.
• B)The patient usually eats beef once a week.
• C)The patient takes one aspirin a day to prevent angina.
• D)The patient usually drinks about 3 quarts water each day.