Final Exam: NR546 / NR 546 (Latest 2024 / 2025) Advanced Pharmacology Psychopharmacology for the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Review Questions & Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain
Question:
In ADHD selective attention arises from abnormalities in what circuit?
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Final Exam: NR546 / NR 546 (Latest
) Advanced Pharmacology
Psychopharmacology for the
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse
Practitioner | Review Questions &
Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A -
Chamberlain
Question:
In ADHD selective attention arises from abnormalities in what circuit?
Answer:
dACC
Question:
In ADHD difficulty sustaining attention & poor problem solving arises from
abnormalities in what circuit?
Answer:
DLPFC
,Question:
In ADHD impulsivity arises from abnormalities in what circuit?
Answer:
OFC
Question:
In ADHD hyperactivity arises from abnormalities in what circuit?
Answer:
Prefrontal motor cortex
Question:
What two neurotransmitters are out of balance in ADHD?
Answer:
NE
DA
Question:
Non-stimulant meds for ADHD work by:
Answer:
Enhancing NE in the prefrontal cortex
, Question:
Stimulants for ADHD are what schedule class?
Answer:
Schedule 2 controlled substances. No refills permitted.
Question:
What is the most abused stimulant?
Answer:
Dextroamphetamine (Adderall)
Question:
What is required prior to starting a stimulant for ADHD:
Answer:
EKG if Family history of cardiac disease
Monitor BP, Height and weight.
Assess for bipolar disorder prior to start.
Educate that may worsen aggression symptoms.
Take with breakfast.
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