A client with Parkinson’s disease who is taking carbidopa/levodopa reports that the urine appears to be darker in color.What action should the nurse take?

Choice A rationaleEncouraging an increase in oral intake is not the most appropriate action for a client who reports that the urine appears to be darker in color after taking carbidopa/levodopa. While increased fluid intake can sometimes help to lighten the color of urine, it does not address the underlying cause of the color change in this case.Choice B rationaleExplaining that the color change is normal is the most appropriate action. Carbidopa/levodopa can cause the urine to appear darker in color. This is a harmless side effect of the medication and does not indicate a problem.Choice C rationaleObtaining a specimen for a urine culture is not necessary in this case. A urine culture is used to diagnose a urinary tract infection, which is not suggested by the client’s symptoms.Choice D rationaleMeasuring the client’s urinary output is not the most appropriate action in this case. While changes in urinary output can be a sign of a problem, the client’s report of darker urine is a known side effect of carbidopa/levodopa and does not necessarily indicate a problem with urinary output.