The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a client taking a prescribed diuretic for edema in the lower extremities. Which instruction should the nurse include in this teaching plan?

Limit fluid intake while taking the diuretic to reduce fluid retention.

Stop taking the medication when the edema in the lower extremities subsides.

Weigh yourself daily at the same time and report excessive weight loss.

Take the diuretic every day, regardless of weight loss or muscle weakness.