ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Proctored Exam
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?
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A rationale:Donepezil does not decrease urinary output. It works by increasing the amount of a certain naturally occurring substance in the brain.Choice B rationale:Donepezil does not improve pulmonary function. Its primary function is to improve mental function.Choice C rationale:Donepezil improves cognitive function. It can improve thinking ability and slow the loss of these abilities in people who have Alzheimer’s disease.Choice D rationale:Donepezil does not decrease the incidence of seizures. In fact, patients should inform their healthcare provider if they have a history of seizures before starting donepezil.
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