Answer:
The statement which indicates that the patient has an accurate understanding of the new medication is; I have read that carbidopa-levodopa is quite short-acting so I will have to take it several times a day.
Explanation:
The half-life of both carbidopa-levodopa medication is approximately 2 hours with duration of action of a dose of 5 hours. This means that patients must take it more than once daily.
In addition, carbidopa-levodopa does not change the course of the Parkinson's disease and prescribed doses are not usually based on the short-term severity of symptoms. Hence, the patient's medications history must be evaluated.
Answer:
Physical dependence
Explanation:
Physical dependence is a physiological condition in which continuous use of a drug makes the brain to adapt and develop tolerance against the effect of the drug, and as a result, the body would require continuous use of that drug to maintain the positive effect the individual gets from using such drugs. A withdrawal from the use of the drug by the individual would bring about uncomfortable and unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Misuse of drugs such as opioids, amphetamines etc can result in physical dependence.
This is how it can be treated
Answer: Dominique is obese.
Explanation: A BMI of 25 to 29.9 is considered overweight. A BMI of 30 and above is considered obese.
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