The patient who is receiving antipsychotic medication complains of having a dry mouth. The patient refused the morning dose of the medication. What is the best response by the nurse?
A) "Why are you refusing the medicine?"
B) "I can give you benztropine (Cogentin) for your dry mouth."
C) "I will let your doctor know about your dry mouth."
D) "A dry mouth is common, but drinking more water will help."
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