A nurse is caring for an older adult with Parkinson's Disease. The patient is receiving the medica-tion levodopa-carbidopa
The nurse understands that in order to maximize effectiveness, the administration schedule for this medication should adhere to which of the following?
a. Administer with meals only
b. Administer first thing in the morning only
c. Administer on an empty stomach, 30-60 minutes before or 45-60 minutes after a meal
d. Administer with a full 8 ounces of water and have the patient sit upright for thirty minutes after
ANS: C
To maximize effectiveness, levodopa-carbidopa must be taken on an empty stomach (30-60 minutes before or 45-60 minutes after a meal).
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