A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the client's education?

C) Correct. Muscle relaxant medications can cause sedation as an adverse effect. These medications act on the central nervous system, leading to a relaxation of muscle tone, but they can also cause drowsiness and sedation.

A) Incorrect. Constipation is not a typical adverse effect of muscle relaxants. However, some muscle relaxants may have anticholinergic effects that can contribute to constipation.

B) Incorrect. Hypertension is not a common adverse effect of muscle relaxants. In fact, muscle relaxants can potentially lower blood pressure.

D) Incorrect. Bronchospasm is not directly associated with muscle relaxant use.

A) Correct. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, such as donepezil or rivastigmine, are commonly prescribed to improve memory and cognitive function in clients with Alzheimer's disease. Educating the client about the therapeutic effects of the medication is important for promoting understanding and adherence.

B) Incorrect. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors can be taken with or without food, and taking them with food may help reduce gastrointestinal side effects.

C) Incorrect. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors do not provide immediate relief of symptoms. They need to be taken consistently over time to achieve the desired therapeutic effects.

D) Incorrect. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors do not increase dopamine production. They work by inhibiting the breakdown of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory and cognitive function.