During an acute attack of gout, administration of colchicine is stopped when:
a. the urine turns orange. c. nausea or diarrhea occurs.
b. the client's blood pressure increases. d. the client becomes drowsy.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: Colchicine does not cause the urine to turn orange.
B Incorrect: Colchicine is not associated with hypertension.
C Correct: These GI manifestations indicate the need to terminate colchicine therapy.
D Incorrect: Colchicine is not associated with changes in client's LOC (level of consciousness).
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