The nurse instructs an older patient on ways to manage acute episodes of gout at home. Which patient statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
1. "Ice packs to the painful areas will be helpful."
2. "I will need to reduce my fluid intake to 2 L/day."
3. "I should eat liver at least one or two times per week to promote healing."
4. "Application of heat to my joints is recommended to manage the discomfort."
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Rationale: The use of ice packs to manage gout-related pain is recommended.
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