A client, age 8, has just been prescribed pemoline (Cylert). The child's parents ask about the long-term effects of this medication
The nurse conducting patient teaching for the parents about this medication will include which of the following statements? 1. "Photosensitivity is a problem with long-term use."
2. "This is one of the drugs found to be safe for long-term use."
3. "At the present time, there is limited information about this."
4. "There seems to be a better outcome when the higher dose is given at bedtime."
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Rationale: There is limited information on the long-term effects of stimulants or the impact of treatment when the child is on medication for 10 years or more. This medication is used to treat attention deficit disorder and should be given in the morning to prevent problems sleeping at night.
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