Multiple Choice
The school nurse is administering methylphenidate (Ritalin) to an adolescent is diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) .The adolescent is noncompliant with coming to the nurse's office at noon for the medication.Which does the nurse suspect as the cause of the adolescent's noncompliance with the current medication regimen?
A) The adolescent may fear that this drug may be a "gateway drug" that may lead to abusing other substances.
B) An additional dose of medication is not needed while at school.
C) Alternative coping mechanisms to increase focus during classes have been developed.
D) The adolescent may be embarrassed about having to take medicine at school and fear a social stigma.
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