A patient with Parkinson's disease is admitted to the hospital for treatment of an acute infection. Which nursing interventions will be included in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

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Since the patient with Parkinson's has difficulty chewing, food should be cut into small pieces. An armchair should be used when the patient is seated so that the patient can use the arms to assist with getting up from the chair. An elevated toilet seat will facilitate getting on and off the toilet. High-protein foods will decrease the effectiveness of L-dopa. Parkinson's is a steadily progressive disease without acute exacerbations. Bradykinesia associated with ambulation is relieved by asking the patient to step over imaginary lines or rice kernels on the floor.

A Patient with Parkinson's Disease Is Admitted to the Hospital