● 5. ● ● ● ● ● ● drop in blood pressure.Rise slowly from a sitting or lying position to prevent a sudden and the body cannot cool itself as well. There is greater sus-disturbances; mental changes.nal pain; constipation; fast, pounding heart beat; rash; visual ear; extreme dryness of mouth; diffiphysician immediately: pain or tenderness in area in front of Report occurrence of any of the following symptoms to the hot. Perspiration is decreased with antiparkinsonian agents, Stay inside in air-conditioned room when weather is very unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.Do not stop taking the drug abruptly. To do so might produce housing is not available.Take the medication with food if GI upset occurs.ceptibility to heat stroke. Inform physician if air-conditioned Use caution when driving or operating dangerous machinery. Drowsiness and dizziness can occur.^ CLIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION RELATED TO ALL ANTIPARKINSONIAN AGENTS**Orthostatic Discuss with physician possible decrease in dosage or Instruct client to rise slowly from a lying or sitting position; monitor blood pressure (lying and standing) each shift; document and report significhange in medication.^ Hypotension Antiparkinsonian Agents culty urinating; abdomi- cant changes. ●^509
● ● ● ● ● ● Do not drink alcohol while on antiparkinsonian therapy.on hard candy if dry mouth is a problem. Good oral care Do not consume other medications (including over-the-counter products) without physician’s approval. Many medica-tions contain substances that interact with antiparkinsonian agents in a way that may be harmful.(frequent brushing, flBe aware of possible risks of taking antiparkinsonian agents Take frequent sips of water, chew sugarless gum, or suck has not been fully established. It is thought that antiparkin-sonian agents readily cross the placental barrier; if so, fetus could experience adverse effects of the drug. Inform phy-sician immediately if pregnancy occurs, is suspected, or is planned.though it is not needed. Symptoms may return if medication is Be aware of side effects of antiparkinsonian agents. Refer to written materials furnished by health-care providers for safe self-administration.discontinued.Continue to take medication, even if feeling well and as during pregnancy. Safe use during pregnancy and lactation ossing) is very important.
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