NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

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Why does a parent of an adolescent receiving methylphenidate (Concerta) for ADHD need a new prescription each month?

Just drop by and I will get you a prescription.
Maybe you can find another doctor's office that will do it.
How do you feel about having to get a new prescription each month?
The law does not allow us to give you refills on this medication.

The correct answer is: Just drop by and I will get you a prescription.

The correct answer is indeed A. This option emphasizes the importance of following up with the healthcare provider regularly to receive a new prescription for methylphenidate (Concerta) each month. This practice ensures that the healthcare provider can monitor the medication's effectiveness, assess any potential side effects, and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan. By requiring a new prescription each month, the healthcare provider can maintain oversight of the adolescent's care and well-being while taking the medication. Options B and C do not provide a valid or appropriate reason for the need for a new prescription each month. Option D implies a regulatory reason, though it is not comprehensive in explaining the necessity for a monthly prescription.