The home health nurse is providing care to a client with a history of constipation.The healthcare provider prescribed psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil)for the client.After providing medication teaching for this client,which statement indicate the need for further education?
A) "This medication is a lot more natural than other laxatives."
B) "I may be able to stop my Lipitor with this medication."
C) "This medication takes several days to work."
D) "I don't need to drink extra fluids while I take this medication."

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A) Fluids must be increased when clients use psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil). Psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil) takes several days to work, may help to reduce cholesterol levels, and is more natural than other laxatives.
B) Fluids must be increased when clients use psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil). Psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil) takes several days to work, may help to reduce cholesterol levels, and is more natural than other laxatives.
C) Fluids must be increased when clients use psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil). Psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil) takes several days to work, may help to reduce cholesterol levels, and is more natural than other laxatives.
D) Fluids must be increased when clients use psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil). Psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil) takes several days to work, may help to reduce cholesterol levels, and is more natural than other laxatives.

The Home Health Nurse Is Providing Care to a Client