Ritalin - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

prototype for antipsychotic (trade/generic), treatment for schizophrenia - ANSWER-haldol/haloperidol how long does it take the typical antipsychotic drug to reach its therapeutic effect? - ANSWER-several days what would you say if a patient calls and states that the antipsychotic drug isn't working within the 1st couple of days? - ANSWER-keep taking it (they don't work right away) what should we inform the patient about antipsychotics concerning taking the prescription? - ANSWER-take ...

Pharm DHYG 218 Final Exam Questions with complete solution 2024 When a client reports having seizures even while taking anticonvulsant medications, the risk for a seizure during an oral healthcare appointment does which of the following? A. stays the same B. decrease C. increases D. none of the above - correct answer C. increases When caring for a client who is taking phenytoin (Dilantin) you would include which of the following interventions in your plan of care? A. Assessment for ca...

NUR2407 / NUR 2407 Pharmacology Exam 1 2023 Rasmussen. What nursing intervention is appropriate for a 70-year-old female patient receiving lithium? - Monitor Fluid and Sodium Intake A nurse is caring fora patient who is taking lithium for mania. The nurse’s assessment includes a notation of a lithium serum level of 2.4 mEq/L. The nurse anticipates seeing what? - clonic movements •serum levels of 2-2.5 mEq/L may produce ataxia, clonic movements, possible seizures and hypotension* The n...

NR606 Final Exam UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers Stimulant Medications: Methylphenidate - CORRECT ANSWER- -Low risk of adverse effects -Available formulations: • Ritalin - available in immediate release (IR) and extended release (XR) available in beads that may be sprinkled on food for children who cannot swallow pills • Concerta biphasic - combined immediate and delayed release in one medication • Daytrana - patch applied in AM and removed after 9 ho

NURS 5334-ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM | WITH 100% VERIFIED SOLUTIONS. Prescribing basics - Prescribing is regulated by state BON Proper RX - Providers name and address, Telephone DEA Pt name/DOB/Addres Name of Drug, strength, SIG(directions) with indication/Route and frequency, Quantity and signature. Drug Schedules: Most addictive to least - 1: Heroin,LSD, MJ 2: hydrocodone, cocaine, Methamphetamine, methadone, oxycodone, meperidine, fentanyl, adderall, ritalin 3: ...

• Quiz: 1 1out of 1 point A patient diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder has been taking a high-dose SSRI and is participating in therapy twice a week. He reports an inability to carry out responsibilities due to consistent interferences of his obsessions and compulsions. The PMHNP knows that the next step would be which of the following? The collect answer: B. Decrease his SSRI and add an MAOI. • Quiz: 2 Which statement best describes a pharmacological approach to tr...

NURS 5334 Final questions and answers 100% correct 2022Prescribing basics Prescribing is regulated by state BON Proper RX Providers name and address, Telephone DEA Pt name/DOB/Addres Name of Drug, strength, SIG(directions) with indication/Route and frequency, Quantity and signature. Drug Schedules: Most addictive to least 1: Heroin,LSD, MJ 2: hydrocodone, cocaine, Methamphetamine, methadone, oxycodone, meperidine, fentanyl, adderall, ritalin 3: codeine, ketamine, testoste...

NURS 242 HP Exam 2 Questions And Correct Answers, With Complete Solution. 100%. absent Key "eye indicators" if a person is using STIMULANTS like methamphetamine, amphetamine and ritalin are light sensitivity, difficulty focusing, and pupils that are slow to react to light. Nystagmus is [ absent / present ]. present "Eye indicators" of individuals who use DEPRESSANTS like alcohol, benzos and barbiturates include pupils that are slow to react to light, bloodshot eyes and droopy eyelids. ...

WILKES NSG 552 Exam 3 2024| 139 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS ALREADY PASSED AND VERIFIED 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 me...

CHAPTER 1 DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR TODAY DISCUSSION QUESTIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS Assign students to view a broadcast of a sports event (appropriate for the season) on commercial TV. They should pay particular attention to any commercial related to the sale of beer. Which brands were advertised, and how many minutes during the entire game were devoted to such commercials? What message about the consumption of beer was conveyed? What associations were made with beerdrinking in the commercial? A discu...