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Ritalin LA: Initial, 20 MG PO qAM May Adjust Dose in Weekly 10-mg Incremen TS, Not To Exceed 60 Mg/day (Patients Requiring A Lower Initial

This document provides information about a drug study involving the drug Ritalin, including: 1) Ritalin is a CNS stimulant medication used to treat symptoms of ADHD such as difficulty focusing and controlling actions. 2) The dosage for Ritalin is an initial dose of 20 mg PO qAM that can be adjusted weekly in 10 mg increments up to 60 mg/day. 3) Potential adverse reactions include nervousness, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, weight loss, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, or headache. Nursing considerations include avoiding use in patients with known cardiac issues.

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Ritalin LA: Initial, 20 MG PO qAM May Adjust Dose in Weekly 10-mg Incremen TS, Not To Exceed 60 Mg/day (Patients Requiring A Lower Initial

This document provides information about a drug study involving the drug Ritalin, including: 1) Ritalin is a CNS stimulant medication used to treat symptoms of ADHD such as difficulty focusing and controlling actions. 2) The dosage for Ritalin is an initial dose of 20 mg PO qAM that can be adjusted weekly in 10 mg increments up to 60 mg/day. 3) Potential adverse reactions include nervousness, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, weight loss, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, or headache. Nursing considerations include avoiding use in patients with known cardiac issues.

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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