ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 | Nurselytic

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: "We should watch for an increase in unusual movements." This statement indicates an understanding of levodopa/carbidopa therapy for Parkinson's disease because levodopa can cause dyskinesias or abnormal involuntary movements as a side effect. Monitoring for these movements is crucial as they may require adjustments to the medication regimen.

Incorrect choices:
A: "We should be sure that he eats a lot of protein with each meal." - Although protein intake timing is important for optimizing levodopa absorption, eating a lot of protein with each meal can actually decrease the medication's effectiveness.
C: "This medication will prevent the disease from progressing." - Levodopa/carbidopa helps manage symptoms but does not halt the progression of Parkinson's disease.
D: "This medication should result in a rapid improvement in his condition." - Levodopa may take some time to show its full effect, and rapid improvement is not typical.

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