Carvidopa-levodopa for his parkinsons disease

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A 65 year male is started on carvidopa/levodopa (Sinemet) for his Parkinson's disease (PD). He asks why this is necessary. The nurse practitioner responds to the patient. Which statement below is correct? Group of answer choices "It is neuroprotective." "This is the initial drug." "The primary goal of therapy is to replace depleted stores of dopamine." "This is the only drug that can provide symptomatic benefit."

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