Sulfasalazine is the recommended medication for treatment of Crohn's disease. Patient teaching should include:
a. taking medication 2 hours before meals.
b. limiting fluid intake.
c. ensuring adequate hydration to prevent crystallization in kidneys.
d. increased effectiveness of oral contraceptives.
C
The importance of adequate hydration to prevent kidney problems is high priority. Sulfasalazine should be taken with meals to reduce nausea and vomiting. Sulfasalazine decreases the effectiveness of oral contraceptives.
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