Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client with swelling to the distal phalanges, first big toe, and 10/10 pain. Which medication below would be administered for this client's acute gout?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Colchicine reduces inflammation in acute gout, relieving pain and swelling. INH treats TB, physostigmine manages toxicity, and sertraline is an antidepressant.