A drug can cause symptoms that resemble those of Parkinson disease. What action should the prescriber take to minimize the potential patient risk?
A) Explain that these are teratogenic effects that must be reported immediately.
B) Thoroughly educate the patient about recognizing such symptoms and the need to notify the office immediately.
C) Order an evaluation of the patient's genetic predisposition to these effects.
D) Educate the patient about these symptoms and provide reassurance that the condition is expected.
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