The nurse is counseling a patient who has been given a prescription for Prozac (fluoxetine). Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the patient's teaching? Select all that apply.
A) "The medicine can cause some dizziness, so you should change position slowly."
B) "Sugarless gum or candy may help the feeling of dry mouth that some patient's experience with this medicine."
C) "Most likely you will notice a huge change in your mood immediately."
D) "You may experience a decrease in your sex drive while on this medication."
E) "It is important to wear protective clothing and sunscreen since the drug can cause increased sensitivity to the sun."
F) "This medicine should always be taken on an empty stomach."

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A) "The medicine can cause some dizziness, so you should change position slowly."
This is important information to include as Prozac can cause dizziness as a side effect.

B) "Sugarless gum or candy may help the feeling of dry mouth that some patient's experience with this medicine."
Dry mouth is a common side effect of Prozac, and sugarless gum or candy can help to alleviate this symptom.

C) "Most likely you will notice a huge change in your mood immediately."
This statement is not accurate as it may take several weeks for a patient to notice an improvement in their mood while taking Prozac.

D) "You may experience a decrease in your sex drive while on this medication."
This is an important potential side effect to discuss with the patient as it may impact their quality of life.

E) "It is important to wear protective clothing and sunscreen since the drug can cause increased sensitivity to the sun."
Prozac can increase a patient's sensitivity to the sun, so it is important for them to take measures to protect their skin while outdoors.

F) "This medicine should always be taken on an empty stomach."
This statement is not accurate as Prozac can be taken with or without food. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day to maintain consistent blood levels.

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