Question

A health care professional should include which of the following instructions when talking instructions when talking with a atient about taking levodopa/carbidopa sinsement to treat parkinson's disease?A) Change position slowly to prevent orthostatic hypotension; B) Eat a protein snack to increase absorption; C) Take the drug at bedtime to avoid daytime drowsiness; D) Expect eye twitching to develop with long-term therapy

Answer 1

Answer:

(C) Take the drug at bedtime to avoid daytime drowsiness

Explanation:

Some people taking carbidopa and levodopa have fallen asleep during normal daytime activities such as working, talking, eating, or driving. Tell your doctor if you have any problems with daytime sleepiness or drowsiness.