The nurse instructs a patient with irritable bowel syndrome about the newly prescribed medication sulfasalazine (Azulfidine). Which patient statement indicates that teaching has been effective? Select all that apply.
A. "I should not take any aspirin while taking this medication."
B. "I should not take any vitamin C while taking this medication."
C. "I should use sunscreen while taking this medication."
D. "I should restrict my fluid intake while taking this medication."
E. "I should take this medication before meals."
Answer: C
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