A Client Has Been Prescribed the Opioid Combination Drug Novahistine

A client has been prescribed the opioid combination drug Novahistine DM for control of cough. This drug contains codeine, phenylephrine, and chlorpheniramine. Which instructions should the nurse provide as part of medication education?

A) "Drink a full glass of water when taking this medication."
B) "Keep this medication at your bedside so you can take it as needed."
C) "Take this drug exactly as indicated."
D) "If you have head or body aches you may take any over-the-counter analgesic."
E) "Do not make important decisions or operate machinery while taking this drug."