An aging client diagnosed with chronic schizophrenia takes an antipsychotic and a beta-adrenergic blocking agent (propranolol) for hypertension. Understanding the combined side effects of these drugs, which statement by a nurse is most appropriate?
A) "Make sure you concentrate on taking slow, deep, cleansing breaths."
B) "Watch your diet and try to engage in some regular physical activity."
C) "Rise slowly when you change position from lying to sitting or sitting to standing."
D) "Wear sunscreen and try to avoid midday sun exposure."
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