The nurse is teaching a class for caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's disease. The nurse determines that learning has occurred when the caregivers make which statement?
1. There aren't any drugs that are effective in treating this disease.
2. There are effective drugs, but they cannot be used over a long period.
3. There are drugs that will help decrease symptoms for a little while.
4. There are drugs that can control symptoms for many years.
Question 2
The patient receives levodopa and carbidopa (Sinemet). What will the best teaching by the nurse include as relates to this medication?
1. Avoid drinking caffeinated beverages.
2. Take the medication with meals.
3. Take the medication on an empty stomach.
4. Take the medication with a protein food.