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The nurse is caring for a client who takes carbidopa/levodopa for treatment of Parkinson's symptoms. What side effect of this medication should the nurse be aware of when helping the client ambulate?Shortness of breath. Incontinence. Syncope. Uncontrolled bleeding.
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