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go.lag

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The nurse is deciding on a dosage schedule for methylphenidate (Ritalin). The nurse recognizes that which time is the most appropriate to administer this drug for maximum effectiveness?
 
  a. Before breakfast or lunch
  b. With meals
  c. After dinner
  d. At bedtime

Question 2

The parents of a 6-year-old child diagnosed with ADHD will most typically describe their child's behavior as:
 
  a. a learning disorder and muscle paralysis.
  b. nervousness and sleeplessness.
  c. hyperactivity and decreased attention span.
  d. hyperactivity and nervousness.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
This represents the correct time for administration of this drug. The drug should be taken 30 to 45 minutes before meals to enhance absorption and early in the day to avoid wakefulness at bedtime.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Hyperactivity and decreased attention span are behaviors consistent with ADHD.




go.lag

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM


cassie_ragen

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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