A client is receiving donepezil (Aricept) for moderate Alzheimer's disease. The nurse would assess that teaching goals for this medication have been met when the client's spouse says
A) "Aricept works by blocking oxygen free radicals in the brain."
B) " Depression has been the worst part so I'm glad this pill will control it."
C) "I'm anxious to see how much improvement the medications allows."
D) "This medicine will prevent further deterioration in condition."

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Several medications are used to retain Ach in the neurojunctions of the brain. They can have small but noticeable effects and may temporarily lead to improvements. However, no drug stops the progression of AD. Aricept does not work to block oxygen free radical action, however; some studies show that alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) and selegiline have this action. Aricept does not work on depression; often clients with AD also need antidepressants.

A Client Is Receiving Donepezil (Aricept) for Moderate Alzheimer's Disease