Asked by Baylie Northrup on Jul 14, 2024
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The treatment team believes medication will help a patient diagnosed with adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) . Which class of medications does the nurse expect will be prescribed?
A) Benzodiazepines
B) Psychostimulants
C) Antipsychotics
D) Anxiolytics
Psychostimulants
A class of drugs that enhance brain activity, commonly used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy.
Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that adversely affects functioning or development in adults.
Medications
Substances used for medical treatment, especially pharmaceutical drugs.
- Construct fitting nursing measures for individuals with adult ADHD.
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Jasmine Shahina SKJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Psychostimulants, such as methylphenidate and amphetamines, provide the basis for treatment of both adult and childhood ADHD. They are the most commonly used medications; therefore, the nurse could expect the health care provider to prescribe a drug in this class. None of the other drugs listed as options have proved useful in the treatment of ADHD.
Learning Objectives
- Construct fitting nursing measures for individuals with adult ADHD.