A patient receiving receiving allopurinol for gout symptoms asks why he would decrease his alcohol intake. The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that alcohol:
A. causes liver damange
B. makes the urine more alkaline
C. raises uric acid levels
D. slows the absorption of anti gout medication
Answer: C. raises uric acid levels
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