What specific precaution would you teach the family of a patient prescribed amantadine?
a. "Be sure that the patient performs mouth care four to six times daily."
b. "Remind the patient that monthly follow-up lab tests will be needed."
c. "Contact the prescriber immediately for any worsening of depression or thoughts of suicide."
d. "Ensure that the patient takes in at least 1000 mL more fluids that he or she puts out."
ANS: C
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