The nurse instructs an older patient with Parkinson's disease about carbidopa-levodopa (Sinemet). Which patient statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
1. "I will take the medication with my meals."
2. "I will sit up on the side of the bed before standing."
3. "This medication will cure my Parkinson's disease in time."
4. "This medication will not affect my blood pressure medications."
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Rationale: To maximize absorption and facilitate crossing the blood–brain barrier, carbidopa-levodopa should be taken on an empty stomach.
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