A nurse is teaching the family of a child with ADHD about her diet and medications. The child is prescribed methylphenidate (Ritalin) every day
In teaching about the client's diet, it is most important that the nurse encourage the child to avoid which foods and/or drinks?
a. High-sodium foods
b. High-sugar foods and drinks
c. High-fat foods
d. Caffeinated foods and drinks
ANS: D
Caffeine is contraindicated with methylphenidate. There is no evidence of the other foods interacting with methylphenidate.
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