ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Exam 2 Updated 2024
ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Exam 2 Updated 2024 ( 57 Questions)
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the family of a client who has a new diagnosis of Parkinson's disease and a prescription for levodopa/carbidopa. Which of the following statements made by the client's family indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Eating a lot of protein can interfere with the absorption of levodopa, so this statement is incorrect.
Levodopa/carbidopa can cause dyskinesias or involuntary movements, so monitoring for this is essential.
Levodopa does not cure Parkinson's disease or prevent its progression; it helps manage symptoms.
While levodopa can improve symptoms, the onset of action is not typically rapid, and it may take some time for optimal effect.
A. Eating a lot of protein can interfere with the absorption of levodopa, so this statement is incorrect.
B. Levodopa/carbidopa can cause dyskinesias or involuntary movements, so monitoring for this is essential.
C. Levodopa does not cure Parkinson's disease or prevent its progression; it helps manage symptoms.
D. While levodopa can improve symptoms, the onset of action is not typically rapid, and it may take some time for optimal effect.