A patient has a history of kidney stones. He is being treated for a bladder infection with a sulfonamide drug. Which actions should the nurse advise this patient to do?
a. Eat green, leafy vegetables and drink 8 oz of cranberry juice at each meal.
b. Eat lean proteins and drink 8 oz of milk at each meal.
c. Get regular exercise and lots of sunlight daily.
d. Get regular exercise and drink adequate fluids daily.
ANS: D
The patient should be warned to stay out of the sunlight because of the photosensitivity associated with sulfonamides and to drink adequate fluids to avoid crystalluria.
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