A client tells the nurse about using "different" drugs to treat the symptoms associated with mild Alzheimer disease. For which drugs should the nurse assess the client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Vitamins
2. NSAIDs
3. Ginkgo biloba
4. Estrogen
5. Antihistamines
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Several agents, including vitamins, have been investigated for their possible benefit in delaying the progression of Alzheimer disease.
Rationale 2: Several agents, including NSAIDs, have been investigated for their possible benefit in delaying the progression of Alzheimer disease.
Rationale 3: Several agents, including ginkgo biloba, have been investigated for their possible benefit in delaying the progression of Alzheimer disease.
Rationale 4: Several agents, including estrogen, have been investigated for their possible benefit in delaying the progression of Alzheimer disease.
Rationale 5: Several agents have been investigated for their possible benefit in delaying the progression of Alzheimer disease. Antihistamines are not one of these agents.
Global Rationale: Several agents, including vitamins, NSAIDs, ginkgo biloba, and estrogen, have been investigated for their possible benefit in delaying the progression of Alzheimer disease. Antihistamines are not one of these agents.
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