An older patient newly diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease is prescribed galantamine (Razadyne). How will the nurse instruct the patient about this medication? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Take at bedtime.
2. Take the medication with food.
3. The dosage may be changed every 4 weeks.
4. Side effects of this medication are minimal.
5. Do not take the medication with an NSAID.
2,3,5
Rationale: This medication is not specifically to be given at bedtime.
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