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The client with ulcerative colitis is started on sulfasalazine. The nurse overhears the client talking with family members about sulfasalazine and recognizes the need for more teaching when the client makes which statement?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A: Sulfasalazine reduces inflammation and thereby will reduce the number of diarrheal stools. B: Sulfasalazine, commonly used to treat ulcerative colitis, decreases inflammation in the colon. C: This statement indicates the client needs additional teaching. Ulcerative colitis is a chronic illness. Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) does not cure ulcerative colitis; the only cure is a total proctocolectomy. D: Sulfasalazine reduces inflammation and thereby will reduce the incidence of flare-ups from ulcerative colitis.

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