Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
A 68-year-old man has been diagnosed as having Parkinson's disease. He is started on Cogentin 0.5 mg PO daily. Which nursing action is most essential at this time?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Cogentin, an anticholinergic, causes dry mouth; encouraging cold beverages and hard candies helps manage this side effect.