A Patient Is Prescribed Colchicine for the Treatment of Gout

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient is prescribed colchicine for the treatment of gout.What important information should the nurse give the patient about this drug?

• A)Fluids should be restricted while on colchicine therapy.
• B)Colchicine should be taken with meals.
• C)The drug should be discontinued when symptoms are reduced.
• D)Report to the health care provider the occurrence of increased pain, blood in the urine, or excessive fatigue.

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