A client diagnosed with acute gout is prescribed allopurinol (Zyloprim). The nurse is reviewing the client's medication history and will contact the healthcare provider if the client is taking:
a. diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
b. metoclopramide (Reglan).
c. propranolol (Inderal).
d. warfarin (Coumadin).
ANS: D
Allopurinol (Zyloprim) increases the effects of warfarin (Coumadin). Allopurinol does not interact with diphenhydramine, metoclopramide, and propranolol.
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1. 600 milliliters 2. 900 milliliters 3. 1,000 milliliters 4. 1,250 milliliters
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