A Client with Dementia Is Prescribed Donepezil (Aricept)

Multiple Choice

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.