The nurse is teaching a patient with Parkinson's disease about levodopa. Which statement by the nurse is accurate regarding drug administration?
a. "Take this medication in between meals."
b. "Take this medication at bedtime to prevent dizziness."
c. "Take this medication when your tremors get worse."
d. "Take this medication with food or antacids to reduce GI upset."
ANS: D
Levodopa causes nausea, vomiting, and anorexia. Therefore, administration should be in divided doses with food or antacids to decrease gastrointestinal (GI) irritation. Levodopa should be taken with food. Levodopa must be taken on a regular schedule as prescribed to provide therapeutic results.
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