When a child with ADHD is given a stimulant drug, which of the ...

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When a child with ADHD is given a stimulant drug, which of the following side effects are MOST likely?
 
  a. reduced appetite
  b. increased appetite
  c. no difference in appetite
  d. fluctuating appetite

Question 2

The role for nurses in community-based treatment of mental illness is projected to:
 
  a. focus on the pharmacological aspects of treatment
  b. increase tertiary prevention programs at outpatient mental health clinics
  c. shift more toward providing individual, group, and family therapy
  d. be collaborative with members of many disciplines

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Answer to Question 1

A
The neurotransmitter dopamine plays a key role in initiating purposive movement, increasing motivation and alertness, reducing appetite, and inducing insomnia. These effects are often seen when a child with ADHD is given stimulant drugs.

Answer to Question 2

D
The role for nurses in community-based treatment of mental illness is projected to be more collaborative with other health care professionals. As of now, due to inadequate preparation during basic nursing education, few nurses operate solely in this collaborative role. However, as nursing education places a greater emphasis on community-based interventions, nurses will no longer be limited to task-based activities, such as administering medication, and will return to their role as collaborator.