A Patient Who Is Hospitalized for an Acute Gout Attack

A patient who is hospitalized for an acute gout attack continues to ha moderate to severe pain despite receiving several doses of hourly oral colchicine. When the patient begins vomiting after the next dose, what action will the provider take?

A) Lower the dose of colchicine.
B) Put a temporary hold on the colchicine.
C) Explain that this is a common, but temporary, side effect.
D) Prescribe an antiemetic.