A patient diagnosed with Parkinson's disease begins levodopa therapy. The nurse understands that administration of levodopa will:

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Levodopa is converted to dopamine in the central nervous system (CNS), so its administration will cause a reduction in the symptoms of Parkinson's disease related to dopamine deficiency. The other options are incorrect. Levodopa increases dopamine levels. Levodopa is not associated with changes in g-aminobutyric acid (GABA). Levodopa will improve the patient's swallowing ability and gait, and will reduce symptoms of depression.

A Patient Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease Begins Levodopa Therapy