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A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who has a new prescription for donepezil. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse inform the family to expect?

Correct Answer: C

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Correct Answer: C - Improved cognitive function.


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1. Donepezil is a cholinesterase inhibitor used to treat Alzheimer's disease by increasing levels of acetylcholine in the brain.
2. Increased acetylcholine can enhance cognitive function, memory, and thinking skills in patients with Alzheimer's disease.
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Therefore, the family can expect the therapeutic effect of improved cognitive function with donepezil.

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A: Decreased urinary output - Not a common therapeutic effect of donepezil.
B: Improved pulmonary function - Not a relevant effect of donepezil in Alzheimer's disease treatment.
D: Decreased incidence of seizures - Donepezil does not primarily target seizure prevention.
E, F, G: No additional options provided.

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