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j.rubin

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A teenage boy is on amphetamine therapy for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The care provider has suggested a drug holiday for July and August. What is the purpose of this drug holiday?
 
  A) To minimize weight loss
  B) To prevent hyperthyroidism
  C) To allow electrolyte imbalances to resolve
  D) To slow bone resorption

Question 2

A 62-year-old man is surprised to learn that his recurrent indigestion has been attributed to a new diagnosis of peptic ulcer disease. The patient states, I've never been a really anxious type of person, so I never thought I'd develop ulcers.
 
   The nurse has responded with health education addressing the etiology of peptic ulcer disease. What causative factors should the nurse cite? Select all that apply. A) Physiologic or psychological stress
  B) Diabetes mellitus
  C) Cigarette smoking
  D) Infections
  E) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs



mcinincha279

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Answer to Question 1

A
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Dextroamphetamine often causes loss of appetite, and the health care provider may stop the medication during the months when the child is not in school. A drug holiday, as this is called, helps decrease weight loss and growth suppression. It does not address potential electrolyte imbalances, thyroid imbalances, or the process of bone remodeling.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, D, E
Feedback:
There are multiple etiologic factors implicated in PUD. These include smoking, H. pylori infection, NSAID use, and stress. Diabetes is not an identified cause.



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