NR 566 Midterm NR 566 Chamberlain College Nursing Question and answers already passed

NR 566 Midterm NR 566 Chamberlain College Nursing Question and answers already passed Which non-amphetamines are FDA approved for weight loss that have lower abuse risk? - correct answer Phentermine and Diethylpropion How does Phentermine and Diethylpropion promote weight loss? - correct answer -Promote weight loss by decreasing appetite -They are central nervous system (CNS) stimulants that suppress appetite by increasing the availability of norepinephrine at receptors in the brain What is the maximum recommended duration of use for non-amphetamines? - correct answer 3 months or less What drug schedule are Phentermine and Diethylpropion under? - correct answer Schedule IV What labs should be monitored with Phentermine and Diethylpropion? What condition should we screen for? - correct answer -baseline CMP (watch electrolytes and creatinine) -screen for depression Phentermine adverse effects - correct answer -increase HR and BP -dry mouth and constipation