Which type of medication does the nurse anticipate for a client who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease?
1. Beta blockers
2. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors
3. Cholinergic blockers
4. Dopaminergic agents
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Beta blockers are not used to treat Alzheimer's disease.
Rationale 2: Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors are used to treat Alzheimer's disease.
Rationale 3: Cholinergic blockers are used to treat Parkinson's disease.
Rationale 4: Dopaminergic agents are used to treat Parkinson's disease.
Global Rationale: Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors are used to treat Alzheimer's disease. Beta blockers are not used to treat Alzheimer's disease. Cholinergic blockers are used to treat Parkinson's disease. Dopaminergic agents are used to treat Parkinson's disease.
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