The client tentatively diagnosed with gout has received a prescription for colchicine. The nurse understands that colchicine is a(n):
1. Anti-inflammatory agent specific for gout
2. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
3. Analgesic that relieves pain
4. Osmotic diuretic that facilitates the removal of uric acid
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Rationale: Colchicine is an anti-inflammatory agent whose effects are specific for gout. Colchicine is not an analgesic and does not relieve pain. It is not an NSAID or osmotic diuretic.
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