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A nurse is teaching a pt who has a new prescription for levodopa / carbidopa for Parkinson's disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? A. Increase intake of protein-rich foods B. Expect muscle twitching to occur C. Take this medication with food D. Anticipate relief of manifestations in 24 hrs
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