Educating an adult client diagnosed with rhinosinusitis

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The nurse is educating an adult client diagnosed with rhinosinusitis with viscous clear mucous about the prescribed guaifenesin 400 mg PO every 4 hours. Which statement made by the client establishes the need for further clarification? "The drug is not affected by taking it with or without meals." "The drug will suppress my cough so I can sleep easier." "I will drink at least 8 ounces of water with each dose." "I will ask my pharmacist before taking any over-the-counters."

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