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A Client Recently Prescribed Methylphenidate (Ritalin)for Treatment of ADHD Complains

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A client recently prescribed methylphenidate (Ritalin) for treatment of ADHD complains of an inability to go to sleep at night.Which nursing actions are indicated?Select all that apply.


A) Assess for caffeine intake,especially late in the afternoon or evening hours.
B) Assess for time of day that Ritalin is taken.
C) Assess for nonpharmacologic measures taken to induce sleep.
D) Inform the health care provider that the client is unable to fall asleep while taking Ritalin.
E) Suggest taking melatonin to assist in nighttime drowsiness.

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