The Nurse Has Directed a Client to Increase Fluid Intake

Multiple Choice

The nurse has directed a client to increase fluid intake as part of treatment for gout.The client asks what kind of fluids would be best.How should the nurse answer?

A) "It does not make much difference,as long as you are increasing fluid to at least 64 ounces every day."
B) "Coffee is a good fluid to drink in the morning."
C) "The best fluid for you to drink is water."
D) "Whole milk is a good fluid to flush the kidney."