A patient taking risperidone (Risperdal) for schizophrenia is experiencing signs of hypotension with certain activities since starting this medication. What should the nurse teach the patient?
A) Avoid being outside in the heat of the day.
B) Avoid hot baths or hot showers.
C) Avoid vitamin C-containing preparations.
D) Change positions slowly, especially from lying or sitting to standing.
E) Take frequent naps during the day.
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