A Client Recently Started on Methylphenidate (Ritalin)for Treatment of ADHD

question 4

Multiple Choice

A client recently started on methylphenidate (Ritalin) for treatment of ADHD complains that he is unable to go to sleep at night.Which of the following is the best response of the nurse? Select all that apply.

• A)Inform the health care provider that the client is unable to fall asleep while taking Ritalin.
• B)Assess for caffeine intake, especially late in the afternoon or evening hours.
• C)Assess for time of day that Ritalin is taken.
• D)Assess for non-pharmacological measures taken to induce sleep.
• E)Suggest taking melatonin to assist in nighttime drowsiness.

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