A patient on penicillamine therapy should:
1. have frequent blood and urine checks to monitor for adverse reactions.
2. be assessed for changes in vision.
3. be assessed for trouble breathing.
4. be assessed for blood in the stool.
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Once a maintenance dosage of penicillamine is reached, the blood and urine follow-up should continue every 2 weeks for 6 months and then monthly thereafter for as long as the patient rece-ives the medication.
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