A patient is prescribed the dopamine agonist pramipexole (Mirapex) for Parkinson disease. Which instructions are important for the nurse to include when teaching about this medication? (Select all that apply.)
A) "Take it at noon each day."
B) "Increase fluids and fiber in your diet."
C) "Taking the medication with food may reduce nausea."
D) "You may experience sudden bouts of excessive sleepiness."
E) "Do not drive until the effects of this drug on you are fully known."
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