The nurse is preparing discharge instructions for a client who is prescribed neostigmine (Prostigmin).What should be included in this client's discharge teaching?
Select all that apply.

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A) Neostigmine can cause muscle weakness, dizziness, and tremors, which can increase the risk of falls, so the client should be advised to take safety precautions.
B) Neostigmine should be taken with food, milk or a small snack as it may cause gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or stomach cramps.
C) The client should be instructed to contact the healthcare provider if experiencing tremors,dizziness, or urinary retention, which may be signs of dosing problems. 
D) Reporting any changes in the intensity and pattern of muscle weakness that occurs 1 or 3 hours after taking the medication can help the healthcare provider adjust the dosing or change the medication. 
E) Neostigmine does not cause shortness of breath, so this instruction is not relevant to this medication.

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