A patient with chronic congestive heart failure has repeated hospitalizations in spite of ongoing treatment with hydrochlorothiazide [HydroDIURIL] and digoxin. The prescriber has ordered spironolactone [Aldactone] to be added to this patient's drug regimen, and the nurse provides education about this medication. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

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"I need to stop taking potassium supplements."

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"I can expect improvement within a few hours after taking this drug."

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"I should watch closely for dehydration."

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"I should use salt substitutes to prevent toxic side effects."

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