NSG 552 Exam. 110 Questions and answers

NSG 552 Exam
What are ADHD stimulant medications? ANS: Methylphenidate (Ritalin);

Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin);

Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine (Adderrall);

Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) ANS: 1st line stimulant;

Don't give with preexisting heart disease



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Mechanism of Action ANS: Boosts DE, NE, SA



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



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) Signs and Symptoms ANS: Loss of appetite;

Headache;

Insomnia;

Weight loss;

Stomachache



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) short acting hours ANS: 3-4 hours



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) long acting hours ANS: 8-10 hours



Methylphenidate (Ritalin) monitoring ANS: Height, weight, blood pressure quaterly

,What can Methylphenidate (Ritalin) restrict? ANS: Height and weight



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



Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) short acting hours ANS: 4-6 hours



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



Dextromethylphenidate (Focalin) Side Effects ANS: Loss of appetite;

Headache;

Insomnia;

Weight loss;

Stomachache;

Increased blood pressure;

Tics;

Psychosis



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



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



Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) long acting hours ANS: 8-12 hours



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

, Bupropion (Wellbutrin);

Imipramine or Nortriptyline;

Clonidine or Guafancine



What is the black box warning for Atomoxetine (Streterra)? ANS: Suicidal ideation thinking



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



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

Will need LFTs



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



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



What is observed with Imipramine or Nortriptyline? ANS: TCA (tricyclics) warnings



What non-stimulant medication is lethal in overdose? ANS: Imipramine or Nortriptyline



What non-stimulant medication is prescribed every week? ANS: Imipramine or Nortriptyline



What are the 3 C's for

Imipramine or Nortriptyline? ANS: Cardiotoxic;

Convulsions;