A nurse working with a patient who started taking Bentyl (dicyclomine) recognizes that patient further teaching is necessary by which of the following statements?
A) "I'll call the doctor immediately if I have any eye pain or sensitivity to light."
B) "I won't have any restrictions on my driving or other activities if I take this drug."
C) "I will get up slowly since this medication may make me dizzy."
D) "People who take this medication sweat less, so it is important not to get overheated."

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Bentyl (dicyclomine) can cause dizziness or drowsiness, so it is recommended to avoid driving or other activities that require alertness until the patient knows how the medication affects them. However, there is no concern about eye pain or sensitivity to light or sweating, and getting up slowly is a general precaution for any medication that may cause dizziness.

A Nurse Working with a Patient Who Started Taking Bentyl