A Patient with Active Tuberculosis Who Has Been Taking Isoniazid

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient with active tuberculosis who has been taking isoniazid (INH,Nydrazid) and rifampin (RIF,Rifadin) reports having urine that is an orange color.What is the nurse's best action?

• A) Obtain a specimen for culture and test the urine for occult blood.
• B) Reassure the patient that this is a normal drug side effect.
• C) Hold the dose and contact the prescriber.
• D) Document the report as the only action.

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