Prescribed dextroamphetamine and amphetamine

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A nurse is providing education to the family of an adolescent client with narcolepsy who has been prescribed dextroamphetamine/amphetamine. During the assessment, the client's parent asks about potential side effects. What response by the nurse best addresses the parent's inquiry? "Some potential side effects of dextroamphetamine/amphetamine may include increased heart rate, insomnia, and decreased appetite." "Common side effects of dextroamphetamine/amphetamine may include weight gain and constipation." "Dextroamphetamine/amphetamine can lead to excessive urination and improved mood in clients with narcolepsy." "Dextroamphetamine/amphetamine is generally well-tolerated, and side effects are rare in clients with narcolepsy."

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