A nurse is teaching an older adult who is experiencing an acute attack of gout. Which of the fol-lowing should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. Rest the joint during the acute gout attack.
b. Take acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin, or ASA) to relieve pain.
c. Increase fluid intake to 2 L/day.
d. Avoid foods high in purine.
e. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
ANS: A, C, D, E
Individuals who are having an acute attack of gout should not take salicylates for pain. ASA is a salicylate.
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