Central Nervous System Stimulants
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CNS stimulants and the disorders they treat: ADHD, Narcolepsy, Obesity, and Respiratory distress reversal.
Questions and Answers
- 1.ADHD may be caused by the imbalance of what neurotransmitters?
- A.
Acetylcholine
- B.
Dopamine
- C.
Norepinephrine
- D.
Serotonin
- 2.Characteristic behaviors of ADHD include which of the following?
- A.
Inattentiveness
- B.
Inability to concentrate
- C.
Hypoactivity
- D.
Impulsivity
- 3.True or False: A narcoleptic is unable to move and may collapse during episodes.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 4.Which drug class stimulates the release of norepinephrine and dopamine?
- A.
Analeptics
- B.
Amphetamines
- C.
Muscle relaxants
- 5.Which of the following statements would be included in client teaching when administering Methylphenidate (Ritalin) ?
- A.
Monitor weight twice a week and report weight loss
- B.
Report bradycardia and dysrhythmias
- C.
It is safe for nursing mothers
- 6.True or False: Administration of anorexients should range from 12 to 16 weeks.
- A.
True
- B.
False
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