A patient who has parkinsonism will begin taking carbidopa-levodopa. What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient about this medication?
A) "Call your health care provider immediately if your urine or perspiration turn a dark color."
B) "Rise slowly from your bed or your chair to avoid dizziness and falls."
C) "Take the drug with foods high in protein to improve drug delivery."
D) "Discontinue the drug if you experience insomnia."
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