A 62-year-old patient who has Parkinson's disease is taking bromocriptine (Parlodel). Which information obtained by the nurse may indicate a need for a decrease in the dose?
a. The patient has a chronic dry cough.
b. The patient has four loose stools in a day.
c. The patient develops a deep vein thrombosis.
d. The patient's blood pressure is 92/52 mm Hg.
ANS: D
Hypotension is an adverse effect of bromocriptine, and the nurse should check with the health care provider before giving the medication. Diarrhea, cough, and deep vein thrombosis are not associated with bromocriptine use.
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