9 Questions
Which of the following is a common side effect of acetylcholinesterase inhibitors?
Nausea
Where should the Exelon Patch be applied?
Upper or lower back
How often should the Exelon Patch be applied to the same site?
Every 14 days
True or false: Taking donepezil at bedtime can help with nausea caused by acetylcholinesterase inhibitors?
True
True or false: Exelon Patch should be applied to the upper arm or chest?
True
True or false: The Exelon Patch should be removed and disposed of after 48 hours?
False
Match the following medications and substances with their key counseling points:
All Alzheimer's disease medications = Inform your health care provider about all the medications you are taking Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors = Can cause nausea, diarrhea, and decreased heart rate Donepezil = Taking at bedtime can help with nausea Exelon Patch = Apply a new patch at the same time each day, rotate application sites, and do not use the same site within 14 days
Match the following medications with their associated side effects:
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors = Nausea, Diarrhea, Decreased heart rate Donepezil = Nausea All Alzheimer's disease medications = Worsened memory problems due to interactions with other drugs Exelon Patch = No specific side effects mentioned
Match the following instructions with the corresponding medication:
Apply a new patch at the same time each day, do not use the same site within 14 days = Exelon Patch Can cause nausea, taking at bedtime can help = Donepezil Inform your health care provider about all the medications you are taking = All Alzheimer's disease medications Can cause nausea, diarrhea, and decreased heart rate = Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors
Test your knowledge on counseling points for Alzheimer's disease medications. Learn about the side effects and precautions of acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and Exelon Patch. Find out how to manage common symptoms and optimize treatment.
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