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For which adverse effect should you monitor in a patient with Parkinson's disease after administering ropinirole (Requip)?
 
  a. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
  b. Depression with suicidal tendencies
  c. Central nervous system depression
  d. Narcolepsy or sleep attacks

Question 2

A patient with Parkinson's disease informs you
 
  that the stiffness and slowness of movements associated with the illness have become worse. What should you teach the patient about this change?
  a. These changes are normal and expected as your disease progresses.
  b. You will need to use a walker at all times to avoid falls and accidents.
  c. Whenever your symptoms worsen, contact your prescriber right away.
  d. If your prescriber increases your drug dosage these functions will improve.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C




ec501234

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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