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A Patient Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis Is Prescribed Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil)

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A patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) . What medication information should the nurse provide?


A) "Come back to the clinic after you have taken the medication for 2 full days so we can draw a blood level."
B) "Take this first thing in the morning and do not eat for at least 45 minutes."
C) "You may notice that your hair becomes lighter while taking this medication."
D) "Constipation is a frequent side effect of this medication."

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