You are instructing a patient who has been prescribed sucralfate (Carafate) for peptic ulcer disease.Which statement by the patient indicates the need for additional teaching?
A) "This drug coats my ulcer and protects it so that healing can occur."
B) "I should eat foods with lots of fiber while I'm taking this drug."
C) "If I feel dizzy,I will be sure to get up from bed slowly."
D) "Once I am feeling better I can stop taking the drug."
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