NCLEX-LVN FINAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Which of the following assessment findings could the nurse see in a patient with parkinsonism? (Select all that apply.) a. An abrupt onset of symptoms b. Muscle rigidity c. Involuntary tremors d. Bradykinesia e. Bilateral muscle weakness - Correct answer -b. Muscle rigidity c. Involuntary tremors d. Bradykinesia A patient is receiving carbidopa-levodopa for parkinsonism. What should the nurse know about this drug? a. Carbidopa-levodopa may lead to hypertension. b. Carbidopa-levodopa may lead to excessive salivation. c. Dopaminergic and anticholinergic therapy may lead to drowsiness and sedation. d. Dopaminergics and anticholinergics are contraindicated in patients with glaucoma. - Correct answer -d. Dopaminergics and anticholinergics are contraindicated in patients with glaucoma