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➤ SHORT-ANSWER QUESTIONS
- Define the steps in limit setting.
- Explain the therapeutic use of time-out.
➤ CLINICAL EXAMPLE QUESTIONS
Dixie, 7 years of age, has been brought by her parents to the mental health center be-
cause she has been very rough with her 18-month-old brother. She cannot sit still at
school or at meals and is beginning to fall behind academically in the first grade. Her
parents report that they have “tried everything,” but Dixie will not listen to them.
She cannot follow directions, pick up toys, or get ready for school on time.
After a thorough examination of Dixie and a lengthy interview with the parents,
the psychiatrist diagnoses ADHD and prescribes methylphenidate (Ritalin), 10 mg
in the morning, 5 mg at noon, and 5 mg in the afternoon. The nurse meets with the
parents to provide teaching and to answer questions before they go home.
- What teaching will the nurse include about methylphenidate?