Author Question: A patient visits the occupational health office of the factory in which he works. He has fallen ... (Read 45 times)

fbq8i · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A patient visits the occupational health office of the factory in which he works. He has fallen asleep on the line and has a history of muscle weakness. This instance is not the first time he has fallen asleep on the line.

From what disease process does the occupational health nurse suspect the patient is suffering? A) Sleep apnea
B) Insomnia
C) Narcolepsy
D) Substance abuse

Question 2

A 4-year-old child is brought to the pediatric clinic by his mother. She states, I don't know what to do with him. He is in constant motion. He won't sit for more than a few seconds and he is doing something else.

He often throws his toys and yells loudly, even compared with other kids his age. The child is diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Which of the following medications will most likely be administered in conjunction with treatment? A) ACE inhibitors
B) SSRIs
C) Central nervous system stimulants
D) MAO inhibitors

fur · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Narcolepsy is characterized by daytime sleep attacks in which the person goes to sleep at any place or at any time. Sleep apnea is episodes of apnea during sleep. Insomnia is the inability to sleep. This patient is not exhibiting signs and symptoms of substance abuse.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
ADHD is characterized by persistent hyperactivity, short attention span, difficulty completing tasks, restlessness, and impulsivity. The diagnosis has increased in recent years, with a concomitant increase in the use of prescribed CNS stimulants for its treatment. SSRIs, ACE inhibitors, and MAOIs are not typically used.