A female client is taking alendronate, a bisphosphonate, for postmenopausal osteoporosis. The client tells the nurse that she is experiencing jaw pain. How should the nurse respond?

Choice A reason: Reporting the client's jaw pain to the healthcare provider is essential because jaw pain can be a symptom of osteonecrosis of the jaw, a rare but serious side effect of bisphosphonate therapy.Choice B reason: Advising the client to gargle with warm salt water may provide temporary relief, but it does not address the underlying issue of potential osteonecrosis.Choice C reason: Determining how the client is administering the medication is important for proper use but does not address the immediate concern of jaw pain.Choice D reason: Confirming that this is a common symptom of osteoporosis is incorrect. Jaw pain is not a common symptom of osteoporosis and requires further evaluation.