The nurse is caring for a client with an acute attack of gout and is being treated with colchicine. Which of the following assessment data indicates the effectiveness of this mediation?

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Colchicine produces pain relief in 24-48 hours by decreasing inflammation. The recommended increase in fluid intake of 2-3 L/day would increase urine output but would not indicate the effectiveness of colchicine. Elevated uric acid levels would result in increased symptoms. The WBC count might decrease with decreased inflammation, but this would not be as useful in determining the effectiveness of colchicine as a decrease in pain.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with an Acute