The patient is receiving chlorothiazide (Diuril) . What is the best medication education by the nurse?
A) "Avoid foods high in potassium, such as bananas."
B) "Weigh yourself and report a gain of more than 2 pounds in 24 hours."
C) "Weigh yourself and report a gain of more than 0.5 pound in 24 hours."
D) "Report signs of hypokalemia, such as vomiting and diarrhea."
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