The mother of a 7-year-old child taking methylphenidate (Ritalin), a central nervous stimulant, for attention deficit–hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) calls the pediatric clinic and tells the nurse her...

The mother of a 7-year-old child taking methylphenidate (Ritalin), a central nervous stimulant, for attention deficit–hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) calls the pediatric clinic and tells the nurse her daughter has lost 4 pounds in the past 2 weeks. Which action should the nurse implement?

1. Make an appointment for the child to see the HCP.

2. Instruct the mother to discontinue the Ritalin.

3. Explain that this is normal response to the medication.

4. Tell the mother to increase the child’s caloric intake