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haleyc112

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A nurse reviews a client's medical record for possible conditions that would contraindicate the use of carbidopa/levodopa (Sinemet). Which of the following would the nurse identify as a contraindication? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Narrow-angle glaucoma
  B) Renal disease
  C) Hepatic disease
  D) Diabetes
  E) Use of MAOI antidepressants

Question 2

A group of students are reviewing antiparkinson drugs. They demonstrate understanding when they identify which of the following as classified as dopaminergic drugs? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Amantadine (Symmetrel)
  B) Bromocriptine (Parlodel)
  C) Biperiden (Akineton)
  D) Carbidopa (Lodosyn)
  E) Benztropine (Cogentin)



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, E
Feedback:
Carbidopa/levodopa (Sinemet) is contraindicated in clients who have known hypersensitivity to the drug or narrow-angle glaucoma or who use MAOI antidepressants.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, D
Feedback:
Amantadine (Symmetrel), bromocriptine (Parlodel), and carbidopa (Lodosyn) are classified as dopaminergic drugs. Biperiden and benztropine are cholinergic blocking drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease.





 

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