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joe

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A patient has been taking donepezil (Aricept)
 
  for 2 weeks as part of the treatment for early stages of Alzheimer's disease. Her daughter calls the prescriber's office and is upset because Mother has not improved one bit Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
  a. Increase the dosage to twice daily.
  b. It takes time for the cure to take effect.
  c. It may take up to 6 weeks to see an improvement.
  d. Take the medication on an empty stomach for improved absorption.

Question 2

The nurse is providing teaching regarding drug
 
  therapy to the husband of a woman with Alzheimer's disease. She was diagnosed 3 months ago, has mild memory loss, and will be receiving donepezil (Aricept). What is the drug's expected action?
  a. Prevents memory loss in later stages
  b. Reverses the course of Alzheimer's disease
  c. Provides sedation to prevent agitation and restlessness
  d. May help to improve the mood and decrease confusion


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amandalm

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D


joe

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Wow, this really help

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