The client tentatively diagnosed with gout has received a prescription for colchicine. The nurse understands that colchicine is a(n) :
A) Anti-inflammatory agent specific for gout
B) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
C) Analgesic that relieves pain
D) Osmotic diuretic that facilitates the removal of uric acid
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