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Nr 546 final exam | Questions & Answers (100 %Score) Latest Updated 2024/2025
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which NT play a role in the symptoms & treatment of ADHD? - norepinephrine & dopamine



ADHD symptoms 4 categories - selective attention, hyperactivity, lack of zsustained attention,
impulsivity



what is the youngest age ADHD can appear at? - 3 y/o



what plays an important role in the development of ADHD? - genetics



Describe selective attention? - lack of attention to detail, careless mistakes, not listening, losing things,
diverting attention, forgetful



Describe lack of sustained attention? - poor problem solving, difficulty completing tasks, disorganization,
difficulty sustaining mental effort



what is impulsivity ? - excessive talking, blurting things out, not waiting one's turn, interrupting



what is hyperactivity? - fidgeting, leaving one's seat, running, climbing, trouble playing quietly



•George talks excessively, blurts out answers in class, and has hurt a friend's feelings when he wouldn't
wait his turn at recess. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms? - impulsivity



•Mary was reprimanded by her boss for not listening during their last meeting and making careless
mistakes on their current project. Mary apologizes and says she's been feeling very forgetful lately. this
is an example of which ADHD symptoms? - selective attetion



Jim is a college student who can't find the motivation to complete his homework or pay attention in
class. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms? - lack of sustained attention

, Layla just started school and her parent's received a call from her teacher about her behavior. The
teacher states Layla runs and climbs on the chairs and desks, has trouble playing quietly, and refuses to
stay in her seat. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms? - hyperactivity



(ADHD: Lifespan Considerations) •Which symptom decreases markedly with age? - hyperactivity



(ADHD lifespan consideration) primary symptoms are? - inattention, restlessness, cognitive & emotional
impulsivity, executive functioning deficits, and self-regulation



(ADHD Lifespan) What might adults who struggle with executive functioning difficulties and
disorganization also experience? - occupational stress and anxiety



ADHD symptoms may arise from abnormalities within circuits in the_________, which affect ________ -
prefrontal cortex (PFC) , executive function.



ADHD symptoms become noticeable around what age and why? - 6-7 y/o, possibly due to abnormalities
in the prefrontal cortex circuits or errors in the synaptic pruning process.



Anxiety and ADHD are regulated by which loop? - corticostriatal-thalamocortical (CSTC) loop



what NT are associated with inefficient information processing in the prefrontal circuits? -
Norepinephrine (NE) and dopamine (DA)



•What scheduled drug level are stimulant medications?

•Are refills permitted? - •Stimulants are schedule II-controlled substances

•Refills are NOT permitted



what diagnostic test must be obtained? - •Must obtain a thorough health hx first

•Assess for cardiac disease and, if present, obtain an EKG

•Blood pressure, height, and weight should be monitored regularly

•Assess for bipolar disorder before treatment

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