Multiple Choice
A patient has been taking donepezil (Aricept) for 2 weeks as part of the treatment for early stages of Alzheimer's disease.The patient's daughter calls the physician's office,upset because her mother has not shown any improvement.What is the nurse's best response to the patient's daughter?
A) "Increase the dosage to twice daily."
B) "It takes time for the cure to take effect."
C) "It may take up to 6 weeks to see an improvement."
D) "Have her take the medication on an empty stomach for improved absorption."
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