Which prescription should the nurse anticipate will most likely be prescribed for a client with Alzheimer's disease?
A. Levodopa (Larodopa)
B. Haloperidol (Haldol)
C. Benztropine mesylate (Cogentin)
D. Donepezil hydrochloride (Aricept)
Answer: D
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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1. "Have you started any new medications?" 2. "You probably have nothing to worry about. It's most likely stress-related.". 3. "Everybody has a few problems with memory as they get older.". 4. "You should probably have an MRI of your brain.".
When assessing the environment for dangers to yourself or others before commencing basic life support, which of the following would you look for?
a. Electrical cords or exposed wires. b. Bodily fluids. c. Environmental hazards, equipment. d. All of the above.