Which of the following would a nurse expect to be prescribed when ...

[LaDunn]

Which of the following would a nurse expect to be prescribed when providing care to a client with narcolepsy? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Methylphenidate
  B) Phentermine
  C) Modafinil
  D) Armodafinil
  E) Dextroamphetamine

Question 2

A child is prescribed dexmethylphenidate. When developing the teaching plan for the child and parents, the nurse instructs the parents to administer the drug at which time? Select all that apply.
 
  A) After breakfast
  B) Before breakfast
  C) After lunch
  D) Before lunch
  E) At bedtime

[zacnyjessica]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, C, D, E
Feedback:
A nurse caring for a client with narcolepsy may administer methylphenidate, modafinil, armodafinil, and dextroamphetamine.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, D
Feedback:
The nurse should instruct the client's parents to administer dexmethylphenidate 30 to 45 minutes before breakfast and before lunch.

[LaDunn]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[alexanderhamilton]

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