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bclement10

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The nurse administers lithium carbonate (Lithobid) to a child with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Which therapeutic effect will the nurse anticipate?
 
  1. Weight loss
  2. Weight gain
  3. Elevated mood
  4. Decreased agitation

Question 2

A 12-year-old with ADHD is experiencing insomnia. The nurse anticipates providing patient education for which therapy?
 
  1. Fluoxetine (Prozac)
  2. Atomoxetine (Strattera)
  3. Amphetamine sulfate (Adderall)
  4. Melatonin



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4
Explanation: Lithium carbonate (Lithobid) is a mood stabilizer appropriate for use with children. Its primary use in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is for reducing agitation rather than for managing mania. Weight gain is a side effect, not a therapeutic effect, of lithium use. Elevated mood and weight loss are not therapeutic effects of lithium carbonate (Lithobid).

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4
Explanation: Melatonin, a naturally occurring hormone, is considered by some an effective therapy in the long term for the treatment of chronic insomnia in children with ADHD. Fluoxetine (Prozac) is an antidepressant with insomnia as a possible side effect. Atomoxetine (Strattera) is used in the treatment of ADHD and may result in increased insomnia. Amphetamine sulfate (Adderall) is a stimulant and is not used to treat insomnia.




bclement10

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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