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A client taking paroxetine (Paxil) 40 mg P.O. every morning tells the nurse that her mouth 'feels like cotton.' Which of the following statements by the client necessitates further assessment by the nurse?

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Rationale: Drinking 12 glasses of water daily may indicate overcompensation or another issue, requiring further assessment.

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