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jerry coleman

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Which of the following statements indicates that medication teaching for the parents of a 6-year-old child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been effective?
 
  A) We'll teach him the proper way to take the medication so he can manage it independently.
  B) We'll be sure he takes the Ritalin at the same time every day, just before bedtime.
  C) We're so glad that Ritalin will eliminate the problems of ADHD.
  D) We'll be sure to record his weight on a weekly basis.

Question 2

A child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is taking methylphenidate (Ritalin) in divided doses. If the child takes the first dose at 8 AM, the school nurse might expect to see which of the following behaviors at noon?
 
  A) Increased impulsivity or hyperactive behavior
  B) Lack of appetite for lunch
  C) Sleepiness or drowsiness
  D) Social isolation from peers



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Answer to Question 1

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Feedback: Stimulant medications used to treat ADHD can suppress appetite, and the child may lose or fail to gain weight properly. The client is too young to manage his medications independently. Ritalin should be given in divided doses. Ritalin reduces hyperactivity, impulsivity, and mood lability and helps the child to pay attention more appropriately.

Answer to Question 2

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Feedback: Ritalin has a short half-life, so doses are needed about every 4 hours during the day to maintain symptom control. Giving stimulants during daytime hours usually effectively combats insomnia.




jerry coleman

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


tranoy

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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