New NSG 552 Exam Questions and Answers 100% Verified UPDATED!!!

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New NSG 552 Exam Questions and Answers 100%
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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)

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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

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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