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Central Nervous System Stimulants and Related Drugs NCLEX Style Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Buspirone is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Buspirone (choice D), a 5-HT1A partial agonist, treats anxiety without sedation (choice A), isn't for insomnia (choice B), and has a slow onset (choice C incorrect), taking weeks. Its anxiolytic action offers a non-addictive alternative to benzodiazepines.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following drugs was most likely prescribed for the 44-year-old woman with poorly controlled simple partial seizures that was only partially effective with valproic acid therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The recently approved drug that acts with a novel mechanism of action, a noncompetitive blockade of AMPA receptors on brain neurons, is Perampanel. Given that the patient had poorly controlled seizures with valproic acid, adding Perampanel would provide a different mechanism of action to improve seizure control.
Question 3 of 5
Following analgesics are frequently employed as supplemental drugs during general anesthesia.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Opioids like fentanyl meperidine and alfentanil are commonly used for analgesia in anesthesia.
Question 4 of 5
Several children are admitted for diagnosis with possible attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Which is most important for the nurse to observe?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: A boy with an inability to complete tasks. This is important because it is a key symptom of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Observing this behavior can help confirm the diagnosis and guide appropriate interventions. Explanation: 1. Inability to complete tasks is a common symptom of ADHD, indicating difficulties with focus and organization. 2. Lethargy (Choice A) is not a typical symptom of ADHD, which is characterized by hyperactivity and impulsivity. 3. Lack of impulsivity (Choice B) contradicts the typical presentation of impulsivity seen in ADHD. 4. Smooth coordination (Choice C) is not a primary symptom of ADHD and does not directly relate to the disorder's diagnosis. In summary, observing a boy with an inability to complete tasks is crucial for evaluating ADHD, as it aligns with the disorder's core symptoms, unlike the other choices.
Question 5 of 5
What is true of risperidone?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic that blocks both dopamine and serotonin receptors with minimal extrapyramidal effects.