The nurse identifies which medication that has the highest potential for abuse?
A) Methylphenidate (Ritalin)-schedule II
B) Alprazolam (Xanax)-schedule IV
C) Acetaminophen & codeine (Tylenol #3)-schedule III
D) Diphenoxylate & atropine (Lomotil)-schedule V

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According to the Controlled Substances Act, drugs that have the potential for abuse/dependency are classified as schedule I-V. Schedule I drugs have no approved medical applications in the United States. Schedule II drugs have high potential for abuse/dependency and have multiple restrictions for prescriptions. Schedule III, IV, and V have lower risks of dependency/abuse and fewer restrictions for prescriptions. Methylphenidate has the highest risk of abuse in this selection.

The Nurse Identifies Which Medication That Has the Highest Potential