NSG 552 EXAM 3 WILKES ACTUAL EXAM LATEST 2026 |QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A | INSTANT PDF DOWNLOAD

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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)



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