Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
The client with type 2 diabetes is diagnosed with gout and prescribed allopurinol (Zyloprim). Which instruction should the nurse discuss when teaching about this medication?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Allopurinol increases uric acid excretion, risking kidney stones; 2ÔÇô3 L water daily prevents this. Rash is possible but not probable, stomach timing is flexible, and diabetes meds are unaffected.