New NSG 552 Exam Questions and Answers Graded A+

New NSG 552 Exam Questions and
Answers Graded A+

What are ADHD stimulant medications? - Correct answer-Methylphenidate

(Ritalin);

Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin);

Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall);

Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)

Methylphenidate (Ritalin) - Correct answer-1st line stimulant;

Don't give with preexisting heart disease

Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Mechanism of Action - Correct answer-Boosts DE, NE,

SA

What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 6 and up? - Correct

answer-Methylphenidate (Ritalin)

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

Headache;

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,Insomnia;

Weight loss;

Stomachache

Methylphenidate (Ritalin) short acting hours - Correct answer-3-4 hours

Methylphenidate (Ritalin) long acting hours - Correct answer-8-10 hours

Methylphenidate (Ritalin) monitoring - Correct answer-Height, weight, blood

pressure quaterly

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

Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) - Correct answer-Stimulant medication that may

be good for kids with bad side effects from Ritalin

Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) short acting hours - Correct answer-4-6 hours

What ADHD stimulant medication is FDA approved for ages 3 and up? - Correct

answer-Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin)

Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) Side Effects - Correct answer-Loss of appetite;

Headache;

Insomnia;

Weight loss;
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, Stomachache;

Increased blood pressure;

Tics;

Psychosis

Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall) short acting hours - Correct

answer-4-6 hours

Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall) long acting hours (XL) - Correct

answer-8-12 hours

Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) long acting hours - Correct answer-8-12 hours

What are ADHD non-stimulant medications? - Correct answer-Atomoxetine

(Streterra);

Bupropion (Wellbutrin);

Imipramine or Nortriptyline;

Clonidine or Guafancine

What is the black box warning for Atomoxetine (Streterra)? - Correct answer-

Suicidal ideation thinking




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