The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease who is receiving the anti-Parkinson’s disease medication levodopa (L-dopa). Which interventions should the nurse implement?...

The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease who is receiving the anti-Parkinson’s disease medication levodopa (L-dopa). Which interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.

1. Instruct the client to rise slowly from a seated or lying position.

2. Teach about on–off effects of the medication.

3. Discuss taking the medication with meals or snacks.

4. Tell the client that the sweat and urine may become darker.

5. Inform the client about having routine blood levels drawn.