A prescriber provides teaching for a patient about to begin taking a first-generation antipsychotic (FGA) drug. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching about side effects of these drugs?
A) "Increased salivation and diarrhea are common with this medication."
B) "I may experience gynecomastia and galactorrhea."
C) "I may feel lightheaded or dizzy and should sit or lie down if this occurs."
D) "Sedation may occur initially, but will subside in 1 to 2 weeks."
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