COURSE:
NURS-6630N: Approaches to Treatment
Post your response detailing your argument for the following:
- What is the proposed mechanism of action of the medication(s)? Why might this be appropriate for the patients?
- What are the advantages or disadvantages to your class of medication (options for different administration, length of duration, etc.)?
- What are the advantages or disadvantages to the other medication options?
- What possible side effects or considerations need to be evaluated?
- Provide one example for each consideration—legal, ethical, and social implications—for prescribing the medication category.
In Week 5, you were assigned by Faculty to argue either the pro (for) or con (against) for a particular medication. You were also provided information for a patient case study scenario. Week 5 was your opportunity to conduct research for this debate.
This week, you will present and defend your assigned stance (pro or con) and specific medication for your patient case study scenario with your peers. Within the debate, you will also share your perspective on why the alternative medication class would not be appropriate for the patient case scenario.
Support your answers with evidence-based, peer-reviewed scholarly literature.
Note: APA style format with citations and references will apply.
As a reminder, these were the assigned medications:
| Pro | Con |
| Amphetamine | Amphetamine |
| Methylphenidate | Methylphenidate |
| Alpha Adrenergic Agonist | Alpha Adrenergic Agonist |
| Non-Stimulant | Non-Stimulant |
Solution
Cons of Alpha Agonist
What’s the Cons of prescribing an Alpha-Adrenergic Agonist to patient
The cons of prescribing an alpha-adrenergic agonist to Malcolm, a 9-year-old boy with the combined presentation of ADHD, include: Firstly, these medications have side effects such as fatigue, drowsiness, and hypotension that may affect Malcolm’s daily functioning and school activities. Because of hyperactivity and impulsiveness, sedation may affect his ability to participate in school-related tasks and interact with…………………………….$5