A client with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) takes sulfasalazine (Azulfadine) for management of manifestations. To counteract a side effect of this drug, the nurse would encourage the client to increase intake of
A) any citrus fruits.
B) bananas and apples.
C) fish and seafood.
D) peas and beans.

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Peas and beans are rich in folic acid. Folic acid absorption may be impaired in the client taking sulfasalazine. Fruits and seafoods are not good sources of folic acid.

A Client with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Takes Sulfasalazine (Azulfadine)