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A patient with gouty arthritis is experiencing tenderness and swelling in the right ankle and big toe. The nurse notes that the inflammation extends above the ankle area. The patient has been prescribed colchicine and indomethacin. What should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?

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Rationale: Drinking ample water helps flush uric acid, reducing crystal formation and inflammation in gouty arthritis.

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