While Caring for a Client with Parkinson Disease Who Has

question 19

Multiple Choice

While caring for a client with Parkinson disease who has recently started taking Cogentin (benztropine) , the client reports, "My mouth seems so dry all the time." Which of the following statements by the nurse is best?

• A) "Dry mouth is common with your new medications. You should rinse frequently and consider using hard sugarless candies or gum to help with the symptom."
• B) "I wonder if your dose is too high; try taking half the pill twice a day instead of all at once and see if that helps."
• C) "You should call your doctor and let them know about that-it could be a serious side effect of the new medication."
• D) "Have you noticed any fever or night sweats lately?"

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Inflation Rate

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