What safety precaution must the nurse teach a patient with Parkinson's disease who is prescribed benztropine (Cogentin)?
a. Always dress warmly and avoid extended exposure to cold weather.
b. Stay indoors in an air-conditioned setting during hot weather.
c. Change positions slowly to avoid dizziness or light-headedness.
d. Avoid alcohol intake because drowsiness is associated with this drug.
B
Benztropine is an anticholinergic drug. These drugs cause decreased perspiration, leading to in-creased risk for overheating during hot weather. Patients should be taught to stay indoors, pre-ferably in an air-conditioned environment, to avoid this side effect.
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