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james9437

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A patient is taking methadone as part of a heroin withdrawal program. The nurse understands that, in this instance, methadone is classified as which drug schedule?
 
  a. C-I
  b. C-II
  c. C-III
  d. C-V

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to give a medication to a child. The child's parent asks whether the drug is safe for children. How will the nurse respond to the parent?
 
  a. Drugs are tested on adults and safe doses for children are based on weights compared to adult weights.
  b. Drugs are deemed safe for children over time when repeated use proves effectiveness and safety.
  c. Drugs are tested for both efficacy and safety in children in order to be marketed for pediatric use.
  d. Drugs are tested on children in postmarketing studies and on a limited basis.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Methadone is a category II drug, with a high potential for drug abuse.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The Pediatric Research Equity Act requires drug manufacturers to test drugs on children.





 

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