The Client Has Been Diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease and Needs

question 16

Multiple Choice

The client has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and needs to be started on an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor drug. He has preexisting liver disease. The nurse anticipates the he will most likely be ordered which drug?

• A) Aricept
• B) Hydergine
• C) Exelon
• D) Cognex

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