Author Question: During an acute attack of gout, the nurse should advise the client to avoid: a. milk. c. carrots. ... (Read 64 times)

fasfsadfdsfa · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

During an acute attack of gout, the nurse should advise the client to avoid:

a. milk. c. carrots.
b. pork. d. beer.

Question 2

All of the following statements are true about an acute attack of gout, except:

a. Fluid intake should be increased.
b. Opioids are the drugs of choice for pain relief.
c. Red meats, fish, fowl, and alcohol should be avoided.
d. The earlier treatment is started, the easier it is to abort the attack.

mmpiza · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: Milk should not be avoided.
B Incorrect: Pork does not need to be avoided.
C Incorrect: Carrots do not need to be avoided.
D Correct: Beer is a purine-rich beverage and should be avoided.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is a true statement.
B Correct: Opioids are not the drugs of choice for pain relief for acute gout attacks.
C Incorrect: This is a true statement.
D Incorrect: This is a true statement.