A client with severe anxiety is being treated with lorazepam (Ativan) and outpatient therapy. Which statement indicates that the client requires additional discharge instructions for this medi-cation?
a. "If I become drowsy or have blurred vi-sion, I need to stop the medication imme-diately."
b. "This medication can be habit forming, so I should take it only as directed."
c. "I need to add foods such as fresh fruits and grain to my diet."
d. "If I get a cold I should check with my primary health-care provider before taking cold medicines."
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