An Older Client with Mild Alzheimer's Disease Abruptly Stops Taking

question 6

Multiple Choice

An older client with mild Alzheimer's disease abruptly stops taking the prescribed medication donepezil (Aricept) . When assessing the patient for withdrawal symptoms of the the sudden discontinuation of the medication, on which area should the nurse focus?

• A) The client's reflexes
• B) The client's rest and sleep pattern
• C) The client's cognitive function
• D) The client's cardiovascular function

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