Phlebotomy Essentials
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ISBN: 9781451194524
Author: Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)
Publisher: JONES+BARTLETT PUBLISHERS, INC.
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A 70-year-old patient with Alzheimer's disease presents with mild cognitive impairment (MMSE score of 23). The patient has been taking donepezil but experiences gastrointestinal side effects, including nausea and vomiting. The patient is also on beta-blockers for hypertension. Should the patient be switched to Exelon Patch or Exelon Capsules? What are the possible adverse effects of the selected medication?
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