A client with dementia is prescribed donepezil (Aricept). Which should the nurse consider when teaching this client about the medication?
A)Donepezil shortens the early stages of Alzheimer disease.
B)Donepezil is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that has a modest effect in slowing the progression of Alzheimer disease.
C)Donepezil is an anticholinergic and has been known to eradicate some of the symptoms associated with Alzheimer disease.
D)Donepezil should be taken on an empty stomach.

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A)Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors reduce acetylcholine breakdown and have a modest effect in slowing an individual's rate of cognitive decline in Alzheimer disease. Symptoms are not eradicated, but progression is slowed. These medications should be taken on a full stomach, and antiemetic medications may also be needed.
B)Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors reduce acetylcholine breakdown and have a modest effect in slowing an individual's rate of cognitive decline in Alzheimer disease. Symptoms are not eradicated, but progression is slowed. These medications should be taken on a full stomach, and antiemetic medications may also be needed.
C)Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors reduce acetylcholine breakdown and have a modest effect in slowing an individual's rate of cognitive decline in Alzheimer disease. Symptoms are not eradicated, but progression is slowed. These medications should be taken on a full stomach, and antiemetic medications may also be needed.
D)Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors reduce acetylcholine breakdown and have a modest effect in slowing an individual's rate of cognitive decline in Alzheimer disease. Symptoms are not eradicated, but progression is slowed. These medications should be taken on a full stomach, and antiemetic medications may also be needed.

A Client with Dementia Is Prescribed Donepezil (Aricept)