ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for colchicine to treat gout. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Take this medication with food if nausea develops. Colchicine can cause gastrointestinal side effects, including nausea. Taking it with food can help minimize these effects.
Choice B is incorrect because grapefruit can interact with colchicine and increase the risk of side effects.
Choice C is incorrect as muscle pain is not a common side effect of colchicine.
Choice D is incorrect as increased bruising is not associated with colchicine use.
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