A patient with an acute attack of gout in the left great toe has a new prescription for probenecid (Benemid) . Which information about the patient's home routine indicates a need for teaching regarding gout management?
A) The patient takes one aspirin a day prophylactically to prevent angina.
B) The patient sleeps about 8 to 10 hours every night.
C) The patient generally drinks about 3 quarts of juice and water daily.
D) The patient usually eats beef once or twice a week.
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