A patient with active tuberculosis who has been taking isoniazid (INH,Nydrazid) and rifampin (RIF,Rifadin) reports having urine that is an orange color.What is the nurse's best action?
A) Obtain a specimen for culture and test the urine for occult blood.
B) Reassure the patient that this is a normal drug side effect.
C) Hold the dose and contact the prescriber.
D) Document the report as the only action.
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