What should be included in the discharge instructions for a client diagnosed with cancer who is taking hydrocodone with acetaminophen (Vicodin) prn?
A) Use Tylenol for any pain unrelieved by the Vicodin.
B) Notify the physician if the medication relieves the pain.
C) Increase the intake of fluids and fiber in the diet to prevent constipation.
D) Take the medication only when the pain is greater than an 8 on a scale of 1-10.
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