The nurse is caring for a client with narcolepsy.
Which of the following medications would the nurse anticipate the primary healthcare provider (PHCP) to prescribe?
The nurse is caring for a client with narcolepsy.
Which of the following medications would the nurse anticipate the primary healthcare provider (PHCP) to prescribe?
A. aripiprazole
[11%]
B. modafinil
[49%]
C. ropinirole
[14%]
D. quetiapine
[26%]
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Mental Health
Lesson
Mental Health
Client Need
Test Plan
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
Related Topic
Expected Actions/Outcomes
Item Type
Item Type
Knowledge/Comprehension
Explanation
Choice B is correct. Modafinil is a psychostimulant that is effective in treating narcolepsy. This medication promotes wakefulness and is dosed either once or twice a day.
Choice A is incorrect. Aripiprazole is an atypical antipsychotic indicated in the treatment of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This medication is also used adjunctively for major depressive disorder. This medication is not indicated in the treatment for narcolepsy.
Choice C is incorrect. Ropinirole is a dopaminergic medication and is indicated in treating Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome. This medication has no utility in treating narcolepsy.
Choice D is incorrect. Quetiapine is an atypical antipsychotic indicated in the treatment of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This medication is also used adjunctively for major depressive disorder. This medication is not indicated in the treatment for narcolepsy.
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Additional Info
✓ Narcolepsy is a syndrome in which a client has significant daytime sleepiness that often lessens after a nap.
✓ Stimulants such as modafinil and armodafinil are indicated in the management of narcolepsy as they promote wakefulness.
✓ Common side effects of modafinil include headache, nervousness, anorexia, and weight loss.
