Just after a patient receives Myochrysine, a gold preparation used in the treatment of arthritis, the nurse instructs the patient to:
1. drink an 8-oz glass of water just after the injection.
2. walk around for 10 to 15 seconds.
3. lie down for 10 to 15 minutes.
4. take nothing by mouth for 15 minutes.
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A number of patients have what is known as the "nitritoid-like response" with the use of gold sodium thiomalate (Myochrysine). It causes the patient to feel flushed and light-headed and can occasionally lead to fainting. For this reason, they should lie down for 10 to 15 minutes after the injection.
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