The nurse is caring for an older adult newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. What medication does the nurse expect to administer?

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Levodopa (Leradopa) is the medication of choice for Parkinson's disease as it is converted into dopamine in the brain, which is deficient in Parkinson's disease. Glyceryl trinitrate (Anginine) is used for angina, paracetamol (Panadol) is used for mild to moderate pain, and sodium valproate (Epilim) is used for epilepsy and bipolar disorder, and not indicated for Parkinson's disease.

The Nurse Is Caring for an Older Adult Newly Diagnosed