If You Are the Parent of a Child Who Has

question 86

Multiple Choice

If you are the parent of a child who has been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and who is being treated with Ritalin or similar drugs,what side effects might you expect to see in your child?

• A) reduced appetite and a pause in growth
• B) fatigue and headaches
• C) increased distractibility and a ravenous appetite
• D) general apathy along with disinterest in social interaction

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Definitions:

Monocyclic

Pertains to chemical compounds that contain only one cyclic structure within their molecular framework.

Hydrogenated

A process where hydrogen atoms are added to the double or triple bonds of organic compounds, resulting in the saturation of the molecules and often changing their physical and chemical properties.

Platinum Catalyst

A substance containing platinum used to increase the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process, commonly used in hydrogenation reactions.

Humulene

A naturally occurring monocyclic sesquiterpene, which is a significant component of the essential oil from hops and cannabis.