Question 1

Behaviour associated with ADD in children includes:&#10;A) forgetfulness.&#10;B) daydreaming.&#10;C) lack of interest.&#10;D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are behaviours commonly associated with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) in children. Forgetfulness, daydreaming, and lack of interest are all symptoms of inattention and distractibility, which are hallmark features of ADD.

Question 2

'Drug holidays' from dexamphetamine may be important to avoid:&#10;A) addiction.&#10;B) growth retardation.&#10;C) insomnia.&#10;D) cognitive impairment.

Accepted Answer

Drug holidays from dexamphetamine may be important to avoid growth retardation in children. Long-term use of this medication has been associated with reduced weight gain and growth, especially in children. Taking breaks from the medication can help prevent this side effect.

Question 3

In order to promote maximum benefit for the treatment of narcolepsy,modafinil should be taken as a daily dose:&#10;A) in the morning, or as two divided doses in the morning and at noon.&#10;B) in the mid-afternoon.&#10;C) with the evening meal.&#10;D) at bedtime.

Accepted Answer

Modafinil should be taken as a daily dose in the morning, or as two divided doses in the morning and at noon to promote maximum benefit for the treatment of narcolepsy. Taking it in the mid-afternoon, with the evening meal, or at bedtime may interfere with sleep at night.

Question 4

Modafinil is useful in the treatment of:&#10;A) ADD.&#10;B) ADHD.&#10;C) narcolepsy.&#10;D) amphetamine addiction.

Accepted Answer

Modafinil is primarily used in the treatment of narcolepsy, a sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden attacks of sleep. It may also be used to treat other sleep disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome and shift work sleep disorder. While some studies have suggested that modafinil may be helpful for ADHD and ADD, it is not generally considered a first-line treatment for these conditions. It is also not typically used to treat amphetamine addiction.

Deck 38: Central Nervous System Stimulants