Joey, age 8 years, takes methylphenidate (Ritalin) for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. His mother complains to the nurse that Joey has a very poor appetite, and she struggles to help him gain weight. What teaching will the nurse provide?

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Administering the medication after meals can help increase Joey's appetite and aid in weight gain. Skipping doses or administering the medication at bedtime may not be appropriate without consulting with Joey's healthcare provider. Assuring the mother that Joey will eat when he is hungry may not be helpful in addressing Joey's medication-related appetite issues.

Joey, Age 8 Years, Takes Methylphenidate (Ritalin) for Attention Deficit/hyperactivity