NURS6630 Week 6 knowledge check

Question 1 (1 point)

Which of the following statements regarding management strategies for ADHD is TRUE?

• Only pharmacotherapy is necessary for treatment.
• Increasing distractions during tasks will help a child with ADHD.
• Conforming to the same learning plan as other students provides structure.
• Modification of social skills is not required.
• A multipronged approach includes family counseling, establishing goals, and reducing distraction during tasks.

Question 2 (1 point)

Parents of a 5-year-old girl are complaining about the behavior of their child. Upon examination, she is suspected to have ADHD. Which of the following is FALSE regarding ADHD management for this patient?

• Alpha 2 blockers are first-line therapy.
• Social skills modifications are recommended.
• Positive reinforcement should be provided.
• Short or long-acting stimulants can be used, depending on the behavior pattern.
• Reduce distractions, when possible.

Question 3 (1 point)

The nurse practitioner is providing health teaching to a parent whose child has been prescribed a stimulant for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). What statement by the parent indicates they require additional teaching?

• “This medication will help my child concentrate.”
• “This medication will help decrease my child’s impulsivity.”
• “This medication should only be taken on days when my child goes to school.”
• “This medication works by increasing dopamine levels.”

Question 4 (1 point)

Which genetic syndromes predispose children to developing ADHD?

• Down syndrome and Marfan syndrome
• Klinefelter, Turner, fragile X, and neurofibromatosis type 1
• Huntington disease and cystic fibrosis
• Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and Prader-Willi syndrome
• Down syndrome and neurofibromatosis type 2

Question 5 (1 point)

Which of the following is NOT a feature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

• There are problems listening, concentrating, paying attention to details, or organizing tasks.
• The symptoms last for at least 6 months.
• Onset occurs after the age of 7 and before 10 years
• The patient presents with hyperactivity and/or inattentiveness.
• The behavior is inconsistent with age and development.

Question 6 (1 point)

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

• There is an increased incidence of comorbid diabetes and hypertension.
• Most of the symptoms persist even in adulthood.
• ADHD is more common in girls as compared to boys.
• Up to 2/3 of children with ADHD also have a comorbid conduct disorder or oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).
• ADHD has a prevalence of 20-30% in school-age children.

Question 7 (1 point)

A boy presents with his mother following reports of inattention to what is being taught in class. There have been no significant hyperactive or impulsive behaviors. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

• ADHD, combined type
• OCD
• ADHD, hyperactive-impulsive type
• ADHD, inattentive type
• Depression

Question 8 (1 point)

What is a primary benefit of pharmacotherapy with stimulants for children with ADHD, as mentioned in the transcript?

• It reduces the likelihood of being bullied.
• It cures ADHD.
• It enhances academic performance directly.
• It works effectively without the need for psychosocial support.
• It only requires medication on weekends.

Question 9 (1 point)

Which of the following is not a risk factor of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children?

• Fragile X syndrome
• Neurofibromatosis type 1
• Large for gestation age or macrosomia
• Klinefelter’s syndrome
• Turner’s syndrome

Question 10 (1 point)

What is true about ADHD treatment?

• Antipsychotics are considered first-line treatment for ADHD.
• Alpha-2 agonists can be used to treat ADHD.
• Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors are approved in treating ADHD in children under six only.
• There is no medication that has proven effective at treating ADHD symptoms.

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Solution: NURS6630 Week 6 knowledge check

Question 1 (1 point)

Which of the following statements regarding management strategies for ADHD is TRUE?

• Only pharmacotherapy is necessary for treatment.
• Increasing distractions during tasks will help a child with ADHD.
• Conforming to the same learning plan as other students provides structure.
• Modification of social skills is not required.
• A multipronged approach includes family counseling, establishing goals, and reducing distraction during tasks.

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