A nurse is performing patient teaching regarding the initiation of fludrocortisone (Florinef) .The nurse determines that more education is required when the patient states:
A) "This drug will drop my blood pressure, so I'll go from sitting to standing slowly."
B) "This drug could lower my potassium, so I'll eat foods rich in potassium."
C) "If I develop muscle cramps, I will call the office right away."
D) "If I notice a lot of swelling in my legs, I'll call the office right away."
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