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Pharmacology-II

The client with renal calculi was prescribed allopurinol (Zyloprim) for uric acid stones. Which statement indicates the client understands the teaching?

ExplanationCorrect answer B: The client should increase fluid intake to prevent drug accumulation and toxic effects and to minimize the risk of kidney stone formation. The medication does not need to be taken with milk; aspirin increases the acidity of the urine; and the client should avoid high-purine foods and wine to help keep the urine alkaline.