Anti-Parkinson's

Question 1

Anti-Parkinson’s

Benztropine

Answer 1

Mechanism of Action: Anticholinergic

NCLEX Tips:
❌ do NOT take with antihistamines
-may cause fever
-may help with extrapyramidal symptoms caused by psych meds

Question 2

Anti-Parkinson’s

Carbidopa/ Levodopa

Answer 2

Mechanism of Action: INCREASES DOPAMINE

NCLEX Tips:
- Eat a low protein diet
(protein interferes with this medication)

• can cause false positive ketones in urine
• can cause hemolytic anemia

Question 3

ABCDs of Side effects of Anti-parkinson medications

Answer 3

𝗔 ltered vitals signs, avoid sudden movements
𝗕 lurry vision
𝗖 onstipation, confusion
𝗗 ry mouth, dizziness

• Teach px to self-monitor for improvement of Parkinson’s symptoms
• Tell px ❌ do NOT stop this med abruptly.

Question 4

Anti-Parkinson’s

REMAR Pro Tip:

Answer 4

Low doses of dopamine can treat renal failure