While Caring for a Client with Parkinson Disease Who Has

Multiple Choice

While caring for a client with Parkinson disease who has recently started taking Cogentin (benztropine) , the client reports, "My mouth seems so dry all the time." Which of the following statements by the nurse is best?

A) "Dry mouth is common with your new medications. You should rinse frequently and consider using hard sugarless candies or gum to help with the symptom."
B) "I wonder if your dose is too high; try taking half the pill twice a day instead of all at once and see if that helps."
C) "You should call your doctor and let them know about that-it could be a serious side effect of the new medication."
D) "Have you noticed any fever or night sweats lately?"