Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Vital SignsNurses' Notes
Provider Prescriptions
Day 1:
Temperature 36.2┬░ C (97.2┬░ F) Respiratory rate 18/min
Heart rate 74/min
Blood pressure 118/68 mm Hg SpO2 96% on room air
Day 7:
Temperature 36.9┬░ C (98.4┬░ F) Respiratory rate 18/min
Heart rate 86/min
Blood pressure 98/66 mm Hg
SpO2 97% on room air
A nurse is caring for a client in a provider's office. Which of the following statements should the nurse include when teaching the client about the prescribed medication (levodopa-carbidopa)? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,D,E,F
Rationale
The correct answers are A, B, D, E, and F. Levodopa-carbidopa is a medication commonly used for Parkinson's disease. A: Increase in involuntary movements is a common side effect. B: Nausea can occur, so taking it with a meal can help. D: Vivid nightmares are a potential side effect. E: Orthostatic hypotension can happen, leading to lightheadedness upon standing. F: High protein meals can reduce medication effectiveness due to competition for absorption. Choices C and G are incorrect because changes in urine color are not typically associated with this medication, and G is not applicable since it is not a statement related to teaching about the medication.