Which of the following should the nurse include when teaching the family and a client who was prescribed benztropine (Cogentin), 1 mg P.O. twice daily, about the drug therapy?
a) Antacids can be used freely when taking this drug.
b) Alcohol consumption with benztropine therapy need not be restricted.
c) The drug can be used with over-the-counter cough and cold preparations.
d) The client should not discontinue taking the drug abruptly.
Answer: d) The client should not discontinue taking the drug abruptly.
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