A patient with depression does not want to take prescribed medication because of the side effects. What can the nurse suggest to help with medication adherence?
A) Use ice chips to help alleviate dry mouth.
B) Chew gum or use hard candy to help alleviate dry mouth.
C) Avoid alcohol-based mouthwash to help alleviate dry mouth.
D) Use "dry eye" drops to help with eye dryness.
E) Ask the pharmacist to fill the prescription with the same drug from a different manufacturer.
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