GEORGETTE MODULE 3 ACTUAL EXAM
PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GRADED A+
⩥ What is it called when there is a tendency of some regions of the brain
to react to repeated LOW level bioelectrical stimulation by progressively
boosting synaptic discharges thereby lowering seizure thresholds?
Answer: Kindling
⩥ Kindling explanation/definition Answer: process of neuronal
membrane threshold sensitivity dysfunction
-d/t subthreshold brain stimulation
-brain's overly sensitive to electrical stimuli
-neuronal misfiring (occurs w/o stimuli)
⩥ 3 types of ADHD Answer: Inattention
Hyperactivity/impulsivity
Combined type
⩥ Dx criteria for ADHD (all 3 types) Answer: -Hyperactivity &
Inattentive type= 6 for children, 5 for adults
-Combined type (6 in each area)
-6 MONTHS
,-BEFORE AGE 12
-2 SETTINGS
⩥ Inattentive ADHD criteria symptoms Answer: 1. Lack of attention to
detail
2. Dif. sustaining attention
3. No listen when spoken to directly
4. Doesn't follow through on instruction
5. Dif. organizing tasks/activities
6. Avoids sustained mental effort
7. Loses things
8. Easily distracted
9. Forgetful
⩥ Hyperactivity ADHD Criteria symptoms Answer: 1. Fidgets/squirms
in seat
2. Leaves seat frequently
3. Restless/run or climbs where inappropriate
4. Can't engage in leisure activities QUIETLY
5. Always "on the go"
6. Talks excessively
7. Blurts out answer before question completed
,8. Difficulty waiting turn
9. Interrupts others
⩥ Brain Abnormalities Etiology of ADHD Answer: abnormalities in
fronto-subcortical pathway aka the Frontal cortex, Basal Ganglia, RAS
⩥ Basal Ganglia function Answer: -Motor control/learning
-Executive function
-Emotions
⩥ RAS (reticular activating system) Answer: regulates arousal and
sleep-wake transitions, ability to focus, fight-flight reponse
⩥ what neurotransmitter abnormalities are seen in ADHD?? Answer:
Neurotransmitters= **DNS**(DA, NE, 5HT)**
⩥ Stimulants for ADHD include and what ages are they approved for??
Answer: Adderall (3 and up)
Methylphenidate (6 and up)
⩥ What should you assess prior to giving a stimulant for ADHD? why??
Answer: cardiac hx because they can cause elevated HR & BP, increase
risk of MI/CVA/Aneurysm rupture
, ⩥ Amphetamines are approved for what age?? Answer: ***age 3 and
older***
⩥ Methylphenidate is approved for what age?? Answer: **age 6 and
older**
⩥ Non-stimulants for ADHD include Answer: 1. Alpha-agonists/Alpha2
adrenergic agonists= **Clonidine & Guanfacine** (approved ages 6-17
w/ ADHD)
2. Straterra (atomoxetine) approved for >/= 6yr
⩥ Alpha-agonists FDA approved for ADHD and at what age Answer:
Guanfacine & Clonidine
ages 6-17 with confirmed dx
⩥ Straterra (Atomoxetine) is approved for what age in ADHD Answer:
>/= 6 years with ADHD
⩥ ***know** that for children <6 years old, what to give for ADHD
Answer: Adderall
⩥ **Know** what to give when children turn 6 for ADHD Answer:
Methylphenidate
PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GRADED A+
⩥ What is it called when there is a tendency of some regions of the brain
to react to repeated LOW level bioelectrical stimulation by progressively
boosting synaptic discharges thereby lowering seizure thresholds?
Answer: Kindling
⩥ Kindling explanation/definition Answer: process of neuronal
membrane threshold sensitivity dysfunction
-d/t subthreshold brain stimulation
-brain's overly sensitive to electrical stimuli
-neuronal misfiring (occurs w/o stimuli)
⩥ 3 types of ADHD Answer: Inattention
Hyperactivity/impulsivity
Combined type
⩥ Dx criteria for ADHD (all 3 types) Answer: -Hyperactivity &
Inattentive type= 6 for children, 5 for adults
-Combined type (6 in each area)
-6 MONTHS
,-BEFORE AGE 12
-2 SETTINGS
⩥ Inattentive ADHD criteria symptoms Answer: 1. Lack of attention to
detail
2. Dif. sustaining attention
3. No listen when spoken to directly
4. Doesn't follow through on instruction
5. Dif. organizing tasks/activities
6. Avoids sustained mental effort
7. Loses things
8. Easily distracted
9. Forgetful
⩥ Hyperactivity ADHD Criteria symptoms Answer: 1. Fidgets/squirms
in seat
2. Leaves seat frequently
3. Restless/run or climbs where inappropriate
4. Can't engage in leisure activities QUIETLY
5. Always "on the go"
6. Talks excessively
7. Blurts out answer before question completed
,8. Difficulty waiting turn
9. Interrupts others
⩥ Brain Abnormalities Etiology of ADHD Answer: abnormalities in
fronto-subcortical pathway aka the Frontal cortex, Basal Ganglia, RAS
⩥ Basal Ganglia function Answer: -Motor control/learning
-Executive function
-Emotions
⩥ RAS (reticular activating system) Answer: regulates arousal and
sleep-wake transitions, ability to focus, fight-flight reponse
⩥ what neurotransmitter abnormalities are seen in ADHD?? Answer:
Neurotransmitters= **DNS**(DA, NE, 5HT)**
⩥ Stimulants for ADHD include and what ages are they approved for??
Answer: Adderall (3 and up)
Methylphenidate (6 and up)
⩥ What should you assess prior to giving a stimulant for ADHD? why??
Answer: cardiac hx because they can cause elevated HR & BP, increase
risk of MI/CVA/Aneurysm rupture
, ⩥ Amphetamines are approved for what age?? Answer: ***age 3 and
older***
⩥ Methylphenidate is approved for what age?? Answer: **age 6 and
older**
⩥ Non-stimulants for ADHD include Answer: 1. Alpha-agonists/Alpha2
adrenergic agonists= **Clonidine & Guanfacine** (approved ages 6-17
w/ ADHD)
2. Straterra (atomoxetine) approved for >/= 6yr
⩥ Alpha-agonists FDA approved for ADHD and at what age Answer:
Guanfacine & Clonidine
ages 6-17 with confirmed dx
⩥ Straterra (Atomoxetine) is approved for what age in ADHD Answer:
>/= 6 years with ADHD
⩥ ***know** that for children <6 years old, what to give for ADHD
Answer: Adderall
⩥ **Know** what to give when children turn 6 for ADHD Answer:
Methylphenidate
