A Patient Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease Has Been Taking

A patient newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease has been taking levodopa/carbidopa [Sinemet] for several weeks and complains of nausea and vomiting. The nurse tells the patient to discuss what with the provider?

A) Taking a lower dose on an empty stomach
B) Taking an increased dose along with a high-protein snack
C) Taking a lower dose with a low-protein snack
D) Taking dopamine in addition to levodopa/carbidopa

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