A Patient with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy $(\mathrm{HCM})$ Has Been Admitted to the Medical Unit

A patient with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy $(\mathrm{HCM})$ has been admitted to the medical unit. During the nurses admission interview, the patient states that she takes over-the-counter water pills on a regular basis. How should the nurse best respond to the fact that the patient has been taking diuretics?

A) Encourage the patient to drink at least 2 liters of fluid daily.
B) Increase the patients oral sodium intake.
C) Inform the care provider because diuretics are contraindicated.
D) Ensure that the patients fluid balance is monitored vigilantly.