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dakota nelson

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The parent of an obese 10-year-old child asks the nurse about medications to aid in weight loss. Which response by the nurse is correct?
 
  a. Anorexiants are often used to jump start' a weight loss regimen in children.
  b. Children are able to use over-the-counter anorexiants on a long-term basis.
  c. Children under 12 years of age should not use weight loss drugs.
  d. Side effects of anorexiants occur less often in children.

Question 2

A patient has been using an amphetamine drug as an anorexiant for several weeks and asks the nurse about long-term adverse effects of this type of medication. The nurse will explain to the patient that these drugs
 
  a. can cause cardiac dysrhythmias.
  b. contribute to the development of narcolepsy.
  c. do not have severe effects when used properly.
  d. will cause orthostatic hypotension.


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yasmina

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

ANS: C
Anorexiants should not be given to children under age 12 years.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Amphetamines can cause adverse effects in the central nervous, endocrine, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular systems even when used as directed. Cardiac dysrhythmias can occur with continued use. Amphetamines do not cause narcolepsy or hypotension.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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