Buspar has been prescribed for a boy with a diagnosis of anxiety. The nurse knows that the medication:
1. Is reserved for extreme cases only.
2. Requires laboratory tests to maintain a therapeutic range.
3. Should not be given with citrus foods.
4. Is not addictive and can last for several hours.
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1. Buspar can be used in children with mild forms of anxiety.
2. Reports from the patient and the parents can indicate if the medication is working.
3. Citrus foods are not contraindicated with Buspar.
4. Buspar is commonly used in children because of the minimal side effects and success of treatment.
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