A Client Who Has Parkinson's Disease Is Receiving Levodopa (L-Dopa)

question 13

Multiple Choice

A client who has Parkinson's disease is receiving levodopa (L-dopa) .The nurse evaluates that the client is experiencing the intended effects of therapy after noting a decrease in which of the following?

• A) Rate of falls
• B) Salivation
• C) Reports of double vision
• D) Tremor and rigidity

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Definitions:

Open Wound

A breach in the skin or a disruption of the normal structure and function of the skin.

Data Validation

The process of ensuring that a program operates on clean, correct, and useful data by checking for accuracy and quality of the data.

Independent Nursing

Nursing care provided by nurses who operate independently of direct supervision or command, often in contexts like primary health care or community health.

Clinical Decision

The process of applying clinical judgment to make a determination regarding patient care, which may involve diagnosis, treatment, and other healthcare measures.