A 2-week-old infant client in the neonatal unit has apnea. What respiratory stimulant does the nurse know may be used to treat this condition
a. Caffeine citrate
b. Ritalin
c. Benzodiazepines
d. Pseudoephedrine
a. Caffeine citrate
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a. Caffeine citrate is used in the treatment of neonatal apnea.
b. Ritalin is a stimulant, but is not indicated for children under 6 years of age. .
c. Benzodiazepines are not stimulants. .
d. Pseudoephedrine is not indicated for children under 2 years of age. .
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