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?
1. The client's reflexes
2. The client's rest and sleep pattern
3. The client's cognitive function
4. The client's cardiovascular function
3. The client's cognitive function
Explanation: 1. Abrupt cessation of donepezil (Aricept) does not affect reflexes.
2. Abrupt cessation of donepezil (Aricept) does not affect rest and sleep.
3. Abrupt cessation of donepezil (Aricept) is associated with a reduction in cognitive abilities.
4. Abrupt cessation of donepezil (Aricept) does not affect cardiovascular function.
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