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Haya94

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A patient is receiving a single daily dose of benzphetamine (Didrex) for treatment of exogenous obesity. At what time of day should the patient avoid taking this drug?
 
  a. Early morning
  b. Late evening
  c. Midmorning
  d. Early afternoon

Question 2

A patient is receiving methylphenidate (Ritalin) for the treatment of narcolepsy. What long-term effects should the health care provider expect to monitor in this patient?
 
  a. Drug tolerance
  b. CNS excitation
  c. Tachycardia
  d. Tremors


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dawsa925

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Benzphetamine is a psychomotor stimulant that should not be taken late in the evening.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Drug tolerance and dependence are potential long-term problems associated with the use of psy-chomotor stimulants such as Ritalin.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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