antilaney (psychotics)
targets what symptoms
what is temper tantrums, aggressiveness, self-injury, hyperactivity, and stereotyped behaviors
what is methylphenidate (ritalin)
used when?
what is when side effects are intolerable, or the stimulant is not effective
examples
what is clonidine, guanfacine
what they do
what is diminish self-injury, hyperactivity, obsessive behaviors
examples
what is haloperidol & risperidone
monitor for insomnia
what is amphetamine compound (adderall), dextroamphetamine (dexedrine), lisdexamfetamine (vyvanse)
the only non-stimulant med specifically developed to treat ADHD (SNRI)
what is atomoxetine (Strattera)
nursing considerations
what is monitor for hypotension, dizziness, syncope, somnolence
use calorie-free beverages to relieve dry mouth with what medication
what is clonidine (antihypertensive)
side effects
monitor for elevated liver function and appetite suppression - alert client that drug may take 2 weeks for full effect
what is pemoline (cause liver damage = last choice)
most common side effects for children
what is decreased appetite, n/v, tiredness, upset stomach
to relieve dry mouth
what is give calorie-free beverages
naltrexone used for? take how? may cause?
what is used to tx cough, diarrhea, or pain (client may not respond to narcotics), take with food or milk, may cause headache, restlessness, or irritability
caution in patient w?
what is glaucoma, BPH, urinary retention or obstruction, brower, Hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular disease, renal impairment, or respiratory disorders (aka: medical conditions that could be exacerbated by the anticholinergic effects)
Give last dose in early afternoon. Monitor for appetite suppression. Alert client that full drug effect takes 2 days
what is lisdexamfetamine (vyvanse)
most common side effects for adults
what is insomnia, dry mouth, urinary retention, decreased appetite, n/v, dizziness, and sexual side effects
take blood pressure when? & withhold med if?
what is before each dose, and if client is hypotensive
clomipramine side effects
what is orthostatic hypotension, dizziness
contraindicated in?
what is (CNS) depression, circulatory collapse, Parkinson disease, coronary disease, severe hypotension, bone marrow suppression, and blood dyscrasias
what is methylphenidate (ritalin)
atomoxetine nursing responsibilities
what is give w food, monitor for appetite suppression, use calorie-free beverages to relieve dry mouth, ↑ fluid intake, monitor for elevated liver function
who takes these
what is people without hypotension
seizures, coma, and cardiovascular toxicity can occur with symptoms of what?
what is tachycardia, decreased output, depressed contractility