BSNC 5000 Module 4 Pediatrics Questions
with A Graded Solutions
Cerebral cortex is responsible for - Answer-Final connections of neurons, 3rd trimester
Abstract thought working memory
Speech
Language comprehension
Basal Ganglia responsible for - Answer-Movement control
Unconscious and long term memory storage
Cognitive processes
Cerebellum function - Answer-coordination of voluntary movements and balance
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - Answer-a disorder that appears in childhood and is
marked by significant deficiencies in communication and social interaction, and by
rigidly fixated interests and repetitive behaviors
Causes of Autism - Answer-Chromosomal, structural or function brain abnormalities
When is FASD normally diagnosed? - Answer-At birth (normally) if facial abnormalities
are present
When is autism diagnosed? - Answer-before age 3, usually 24-48 months
ASD Cognition - Answer-Attention
central coherence
Executive functions
Intellectual ability
Memory
Theory of mind
ASD and other functions impacted - Answer--Lack of eye contact
-speech and language issues, sleep problems, and seizures.
How is ASD diagnosed? - Answer-Like all NDD +
Standardized autism-specific screening tests
Nursing interventions for ASD - Answer-Routine structured
Family centred care Atraumatic care
Individualized assessments and treatments
Decr. stimulation
, Personal toys/items
Limited physical contact/eye contact (cluster care)
Brief and concrete communication appropriate for developmental age
Medicine, feeding and procedures might be challenging, work with family
Provide or suggest community resources or support groups
Pathophysiology of ADHD - Answer-Reduced gray matter concentrations (neurons)
Reduced White matter tracts (affects communication in the corpus callosum, cortical
regions, and longitudinal fascicles)
Affected regions of the brain in ADHD - Answer--Pre-frontal Cortex (difficulty planning,
initiating, realizing, distracted, issues with change)
-Temporal Lobe
-Brain circuitry (visual and motor coordination, emotions, and motivation disfunctions)
-Dysregulation of dopamina re-uptake
Nursing interventions for ADHD - Answer-Verbal instructions should be followed with
visual reference
Coordinate services
Monitor Side effects of meds
Medication education
Family centered care
Atraumatic Care
Help family with coping strategies
What is ADHD - Answer-Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is poor or short
attention span and/or excessive activity and impulsiveness inappropriate for the child's
age that interferes with functioning or development. .Brain disorder present @ birth or
shortly after;
Causes of ADHD - Answer-genes, prenatal environment, and brain differences
ADHD Cognition - Answer--Learning disabilities
-Emotional instability
-Poor metacognitive abilities
-Affected socialization and compliance
-2/3 of children have co-morbidities
What is FASD? - Answer-Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
A range of health & behavioural problems affecting babies whose mothers drank ETOH
during pregnancy.
Causes of FASD - Answer-Consumption of ETOH during pregnancy
FASD and Cognition - Answer-Verbal learning
with A Graded Solutions
Cerebral cortex is responsible for - Answer-Final connections of neurons, 3rd trimester
Abstract thought working memory
Speech
Language comprehension
Basal Ganglia responsible for - Answer-Movement control
Unconscious and long term memory storage
Cognitive processes
Cerebellum function - Answer-coordination of voluntary movements and balance
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - Answer-a disorder that appears in childhood and is
marked by significant deficiencies in communication and social interaction, and by
rigidly fixated interests and repetitive behaviors
Causes of Autism - Answer-Chromosomal, structural or function brain abnormalities
When is FASD normally diagnosed? - Answer-At birth (normally) if facial abnormalities
are present
When is autism diagnosed? - Answer-before age 3, usually 24-48 months
ASD Cognition - Answer-Attention
central coherence
Executive functions
Intellectual ability
Memory
Theory of mind
ASD and other functions impacted - Answer--Lack of eye contact
-speech and language issues, sleep problems, and seizures.
How is ASD diagnosed? - Answer-Like all NDD +
Standardized autism-specific screening tests
Nursing interventions for ASD - Answer-Routine structured
Family centred care Atraumatic care
Individualized assessments and treatments
Decr. stimulation
, Personal toys/items
Limited physical contact/eye contact (cluster care)
Brief and concrete communication appropriate for developmental age
Medicine, feeding and procedures might be challenging, work with family
Provide or suggest community resources or support groups
Pathophysiology of ADHD - Answer-Reduced gray matter concentrations (neurons)
Reduced White matter tracts (affects communication in the corpus callosum, cortical
regions, and longitudinal fascicles)
Affected regions of the brain in ADHD - Answer--Pre-frontal Cortex (difficulty planning,
initiating, realizing, distracted, issues with change)
-Temporal Lobe
-Brain circuitry (visual and motor coordination, emotions, and motivation disfunctions)
-Dysregulation of dopamina re-uptake
Nursing interventions for ADHD - Answer-Verbal instructions should be followed with
visual reference
Coordinate services
Monitor Side effects of meds
Medication education
Family centered care
Atraumatic Care
Help family with coping strategies
What is ADHD - Answer-Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is poor or short
attention span and/or excessive activity and impulsiveness inappropriate for the child's
age that interferes with functioning or development. .Brain disorder present @ birth or
shortly after;
Causes of ADHD - Answer-genes, prenatal environment, and brain differences
ADHD Cognition - Answer--Learning disabilities
-Emotional instability
-Poor metacognitive abilities
-Affected socialization and compliance
-2/3 of children have co-morbidities
What is FASD? - Answer-Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
A range of health & behavioural problems affecting babies whose mothers drank ETOH
during pregnancy.
Causes of FASD - Answer-Consumption of ETOH during pregnancy
FASD and Cognition - Answer-Verbal learning
