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A Patient Was Recently Admitted to the Inpatient Unit After

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A patient was recently admitted to the inpatient unit after a suicide attempt. During the hospitalization, the patient was placed on a tricyclic antidepressant. Which action should the nurse implement to maintain the patient's safety when the patient is discharged?


A) Provide the patient with a 6-month supply of medication.
B) Provide a 1-week supply of medication to be refilled after visiting the provider.
C) Instruct increased fluid intake to counteract the medication's side effects.
D) Provide education on fluid restrictions to prevent side effects.

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