A nursing student is preparing a class presentation about CNS stimulants and their uses. After completing the presentation, the student determines that additional explanation is necessary when the class identifies
which of the following as a CNS stimulant?
A) Anorexiant
B) Amphetamine
C) Antipsychotic
D) Analeptic
Ans: C
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Antipsychotics are not CNS stimulants. CNS stimulants include anorexiants, amphetamines, and analeptics.
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