After client teaching about methylphenidate HCL, which statement by the client would indicate further teaching is necessary?
a. "I should take this medication early in the day."
b. "I should ask my doctor about my anticoagulant medication."
c. "This medication may cause physical dependence."
d. "This medication is safe to take with my MAO inhibitor."
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This is a CNS stimulant, so this remark indicates client understanding.
B Incorrect: This drug can result in serious drug-drug interactions with anticoagulant therapy, so this response indicates client understanding.
C Incorrect: This indicates client understanding.
D Correct: This drug can result in serious drug-drug interactions with MAO inhibitor therapy. so this response indicates the client needs more teaching.
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