A nurse is caring for a client who has received carbidopa/levodopa. After administration of the first dose of the drug, the client has developed gastrointestinal disturbances. Which of the following nursing interventions would be most appropriate?
A) Administer the next drug dose with milk.
B) Withhold the next drug dose.
C) Observe for alterations in blood pressure.
D) Administer the next drug dose with meals.
Ans: D
Feedback:
The nurse should administer the next drug dose with meals to manage gastrointestinal disturbances in a client who has been administered antiparkinsonism drugs. Withholding the next drug dose, administering the next drug dose with milk, or observing alterations in the client's blood pressure are not appropriate interventions when caring for a client who is experiencing GI disturbances with the first dose of antiparkinsonism drugs.
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