A provider prescribes clozapine for a patient with schizophrenia who shows suicidal behaviors. After the provider teaches the family about the medication and its side effects, which statement by a family member indicates a need for further teaching about this drug?
A) "Blood counts are necessary for several weeks after discontinuation of the drug."
B) "Fever, sore throat, and sores in the mouth should be reported immediately."
C) "If the absolute neutrophil count is less than 3000, the drug will be discontinued permanently."
D) "Use of this drug requires weekly evaluation of blood work."
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