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ahriuashd

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Which cholinergic symptoms of Parkinson's disease are reduced with anticholinergic drugs?
 
  a. Cognitive impairments
  b. Rigidity
  c. Tremors and drooling
  d. Postural abnormalities

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a patient with Parkinson's disease about levodopa. Which statement by the nurse is accurate regarding drug administration?
 
  a. Take this medication in between meals.
  b. Take this medication at bedtime to prevent dizziness.
  c. Take this medication when your tremors get worse.
  d. Take this medication with food or antacids to reduce GI upset.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Anticholinergic drugs will reduce the severity of tremors and drooling in patients with Parkinson's disease. Anticholinergics are most useful when used in combination with levodopa. Anticholinergic drugs do not affect cognitive impairments. Anticholinergics have little effect on rigidity or on postural abnormalities.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Levodopa causes nausea, vomiting, and anorexia. Therefore, administration should be in divided doses with food or antacids to decrease gastrointestinal (GI) irritation. Levodopa should be taken with food. Levodopa must be taken on a regular schedule as prescribed to provide therapeutic results.


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Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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