A patient has been treated with antiparkinsonian medications for 3 months.What therapeutic responses should the nurse look for when assessing this patient?
A) Decreased appetite
B) Gradual development of cogwheel rigidity
C) Adverse effects such as confusion, anxiety, irritability, and headache
D) Improved mental status and an improved ability to think clearly and to perform activities of daily living
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