Gero: Memory Enhancers Flashcards
1
Q
Medications
A
Donepezil HCL (Aricept)
Galantamine (Razadyne)
Rivastigmine (Exelon)
Memantine (Namenda)
2
Q
Cholinesterase inhibitor medications
A
These medications reduce the destruction of acetylcholine and SLOW the cognitive decline of patients with Alzheimer’s disease (and other dementias)
Donepezil HCL
Galantamine
Rivastigmine
Memantine {slows brain cell death]
3
Q
Potential SE
A
- GI Effects (N/V & Diarrhea)
- Bradycardia & syncope
- Monitor client for ability to swallow pills
- As with all gero patients – START LOW and GO SLOW
