A mother tells the school nurse that she is concerned over her daughter's use of an inhaler for asthmatic episodes.The daughter is taking amphetamine and dextroamphetamine (Adderall XR)for ADHD.The mother states that since beginning the Adderall,every time the daughter uses her inhaler,she gets very agitated,jittery,and anxious.Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?

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The nurse should explain to the mother that both inhalers for asthma and medications for ADHD can cause central nervous system stimulation, leading to agitated, jittery, and anxious behavior when used in combination. Therefore, discontinuing either medication is not necessary. Instead, the mother should discuss adjusting the daughter's dosage or timing of the medications with the primary care provider.

A Mother Tells the School Nurse That She Is Concerned