ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit Exam B Questions
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A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for methylphenidate for ADHD. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Monitor for weight loss. This is important because methylphenidate is a stimulant medication commonly associated with appetite suppression and weight loss. Monitoring weight regularly can help detect any significant changes and prompt appropriate intervention. Taking the medication at bedtime (choice
A) is incorrect as it can disrupt sleep due to its stimulant properties. Expecting immediate improvement in focus (choice
C) is unrealistic as it may take time for the medication to show full effects. Taking the medication with a high-fat meal (choice
D) is incorrect as it can affect the absorption and efficacy of methylphenidate.
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