A patient who is taking rifampin (Rifadin) as part of his treatment for tuberculosis asks about making an appointment for a urologist because his urine is "bright orange." What should the nurse realize this patient is experiencing?
1. a secondary urinary tract infection
2. a common side effect of rifampin therapy
3. the onset of a kidney stone
4. early renal failure
Correct Answer: 2
Rifampin (Rifadin) causes body fluids, including sweat, urine, saliva, and tears to turn red-orange. This is not harmful and does not indicate a urinary tract infection, kidney stone, or early renal failure.
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