A patient is admitted for treatment of gout that has been refractory to treatment with allopurinol and probenecid. The patient is taking colchicine, and the prescriber orders pegloticase [Krystexxa]. Before administering this drug, the nurse will expect to:
A) administer an antihistamine and a glucocorticoid.
B) discontinue the colchicine.
C) increase the dose of colchicine.
D) prepare to administer a bronchodilator if needed.
Answer: A) administer an antihistamine and a glucocorticoid.
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