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The patient on methylphenidate (Ritalin) should be assessed for:

Signs of weight loss

Renal toxicity

Hypotension

Extreme euphoria and insomnia

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Weight loss is a common side effect of methylphenidate (Ritalin) and should be monitored during treatment.

B. Methylphenidate is not typically associated with renal toxicity.

C. Methylphenidate can cause increases in blood pressure and heart rate, not hypotension.

D. Extreme euphoria and insomnia may indicate overstimulation or inappropriate dosing but are not typical side effects of methylphenidate.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Organic nitrates do not increase contractility and heart rate; they typically decrease myocardial oxygen demand.

B. Organic nitrates do not slow heart rate or decrease contractility of the heart.

C. The mechanism of action of organic nitrates in the treatment of angina is the relaxation of arterial and venous smooth muscle, leading to vasodilation and decreased myocardial oxygen demand.

D. Organic nitrates do not increase peripheral resistance; they typically cause vasodilation.

A. "You may have a decreased desire for intimacy while taking this medication." B. "You should take this medication at bedtime to help promote sleep." C. "You will have fewer urinary adverse effects if you urinate just before taking this medication." D. "You'll need to wear sunglasses then outdoors due to the light sensitivity caused by this medication."

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Sexual side effects, including decreased libido and difficulty achieving orgasm, are common with sertraline and should be included in discharge teaching.

B. Sertraline can be taken at any time of day and does not necessarily need to be taken at bedtime.

C. Urinary adverse effects are not typically associated with sertraline use.

D. Light sensitivity is not a common side effect of sertraline.

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The patient on methylphenidate (Ritalin) should be assessed for:

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In the treatment of angina, the mechanism of action of an organic nitrate is:

Correct Answer is C

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Correct Answer is A

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