NSG 552 PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM NEWEST 2025 REAL EXAM 140 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+||BRAND NEW!!

NSG 552 PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM NEWEST 2025 REAL EXAM

140 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS

(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+||BRAND NEW!!

What are ADHD stimulant medications? - (ANSWER)Methylphenidate (Ritalin);
Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin);

Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall);

Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) - (ANSWER)1st line stimulant;

Don't give with preexisting heart disease



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Mechanism of Action - (ANSWER)Boosts DE, NE, SA


What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 6 and up? -
(ANSWER)Methylphenidate (Ritalin)



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Signs and Symptoms - (ANSWER)Loss of appetite;

Headache;

Insomnia;

Weight loss;

Stomachache


Methylphenidate (Ritalin) short acting hours - (ANSWER)3-4 hours



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) long acting hours - (ANSWER)8-10 hours

,Methylphenidate (Ritalin) monitoring - (ANSWER)Height, weight, blood pressure quaterly



What can Methylphenidate (Ritalin) restrict? - (ANSWER)Height and weight


Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) - (ANSWER)Stimulant medication that may be good for kids
with bad side effects from Ritalin


Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) short acting hours - (ANSWER)4-6 hours


What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 3 and up? -
(ANSWER)Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin)



Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) Side Effects - (ANSWER)Loss of appetite;

Headache;

Insomnia;

Weight loss;
Stomachache;

Increased blood pressure;

Tics;

Psychosis



Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall) short acting hours - (ANSWER)4-6 hours



Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall) long acting hours (XL) - (ANSWER)8-12 hours


Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) long acting hours - (ANSWER)8-12 hours



What are ADHD non-stimulant medications? - (ANSWER)Atomoxetine (Streterra);

, Bupropion (Wellbutrin);

Imipramine or Nortriptyline;

Clonidine or Guafancine


What is the black box warning for Atomoxetine (Streterra)? - (ANSWER)Suicidal ideation
thinking


What ADHD non- stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 6 and up? -
(ANSWER)Atomoxetine (Streterra)


What ADHD non- stimulant medication is liver toxic? - (ANSWER)Atomoxetine (Streterra);

Will need LFTs



What ADHD non-stimulant medication is not given with a seizure disorder, head trauma, or
eating disorder? - (ANSWER)Bupropion (Wellbutrin)



What non-stimulant medication has a decreased seizure threshold? - (ANSWER)Bupropion
(Wellbutrin)



What is observed with Imipramine or Nortriptyline? - (ANSWER)TCA (tricyclics) warnings


What non-stimulant medication is lethal in overdose? - (ANSWER)Imipramine or Nortriptyline



What non-stimulant medication is prescribed every week? - (ANSWER)Imipramine or
Nortriptyline



What are the 3 C's for

Imipramine or Nortriptyline? - (ANSWER)Cardiotoxic;

Convulsions;