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CNS Stimulants & Depressants
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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 |