The nurse is caring for a client prescribed atomoxetine (Strattera) for ADHD. The client asks how this medication helps with the ADHD. Which is the nurse's best response?
1. The medication will decrease capabilityto complete assigned work.
2. The medication will increase ability to focus on tasks and reduce hyperactivity.
3. The medication will stimulate the heart rate and blood pressure.
4. The medication will dull the effects of the stress.
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Rationale 1: The medication will not decrease the capability to complete assigned work.
Rationale 2:Atomoxetine (Strattera) improves the ability to focus on tasks and reduce hyperactivity.
Rationale 3:Atomoxetine (Strattera) will not stimulate the heart rate or blood pressure as it is not classified as a scheduled drug like methylphenidate (Ritalin).
Rationale 4:The medication will not dull the effects of stress. It will improve the ability to focus on tasks and hyperactivity.
Global Rationale: Patients taking atomoxetine (Strattera) have demonstrated an improved ability to focus on tasks and reduce hyperactivity. Its efficacy is similar to methylphenidate (Ritalin) without being a scheduled drug.
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