An adolescent student visits the school nurse because of feeling nervous and shaky after drinking several cups of coffee and caffeinated soda throughout the day. Which statement should the nurse make to this student?
a. "Many adults drink more caffeine that that in a day."
b. "Caffeine is a central nervous depressant and can cause you t
o feel funny."
c. "Caffeine is a form of drug and can cause serious health problems if overused."
d. "You are probably not feeling well because you did not eat breakfast and have low blood sugar."
c. "Caffeine is a form of drug and can cause serious health problems if overused."
Caffeine can be found in coffee, tea, soft drinks, chocolate, energy drinks, and medicine. Caffeine content on these products will be listed on the ingredient list or content label and should be checked prior to use. Overuse of caffeine can cause serious health problems. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant and can cause people to feel irritable and/or shaky. Medications containing caffeine include (but are not limited to) analgesics, cold remedies, and stimulants.
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