Which statement by a patient with chronic depression who is prescribed fluoxetine (Prozac) indicates the need for additional teaching?
A) "It may take from 2 to 8 weeks for my depression to improve."
B) "If I have suicidal thoughts,I will contact my prescriber immediately."
C) "I will check my pulse every day and report irregular rhythms to my prescriber."
D) "When I am feeling better and no longer depressed,I will stop taking the Prozac."
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