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CNS Stimulants & Depressants
Question | Answer |
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What is the drug of choice for ADHD & Narcolepsy? | Ritalin (methylphenidate) |
What class of drug is Ritalin? | Class II |
What are nursing considerations for Ritalin? | at least 6 hours prior to bedtime. 45 Minutes before meals. May cause dry mouth. Parents should keep a journal to document response to therapy. |
What classification of depressants are there? | Sedatives, Hypnotics, Anxiolytics. |
What different sedative/hypnotics are there? | Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines |
What classifications are there for barbiturates? | Ultrashort, short, Intermediate, & Long |
What is a ultrashort barbiturates? | Pentothal |
What is a short acting? | Nembutal |
What is an Intermediate acting? | Seconal |
What is a long acting? | Luminal |
What are Benzodiazepines? | Drug of choice for insomnia. They are hypnotics & Anxiolitics (Relieve stress) |
Common benzodiazepines? | Valium, Klonopin, Ativan, Dalmane |