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PCHA FINAL EXAM ACTUAL EXAM 2026 | ALL
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VERIFIED ANSWERS | GRADED A+ | BRAND NEW
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Terms in this set (82)
What ADHD symptoms are lack of Selective attention
attention to detail, careless mistakes,
not listening, losing things diverting
attention, forgetfulness
What ADHD symptoms are poor Lack of sustained attention
problem solving, trouble completing
a task, disorganization, trouble
sustaining mental effort
What ADHD symptoms are excessive Impulsivity
talking, blurting things out, not
waiting ones turn, interrupting
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What ADHD symptoms are fidgeting, Hyperactivity
leaving ones seat, running, climbing,
trouble playing quietly
What ADHD symptom is common in hyperactivity
childhood
Effects of maturation ADHD- young DD, bx less mature than peers
kids may experience
Effects of maturation ADHD- teens poor academic performance, trouble driving,
trouble in social situations, risky sexual bx, SUD
Effects of maturation ADHD- Adult Issues with EF, attention, working memory, that
cause issues with day to day fnx and performance
at work and in relationships
Dx criteria for ADHD Pattern of 6 s/s that interfere with
How many s/s fnx/development,
How long 6 months or longer
How many settings Present in 2 or more settings
How to combat anorexia with Take medication with breakfast to decrease
stimulant use anorexia or associated weight loss
When patients with ADHD have co ADHD (stimulants first line)
morbid MH issues, what do you tx Treating ADHD s/s first will give a clearer picture of
first the comorbidities
Work up for starting stimulant ECG- if personal/first relative fmly hx
Check bp/wgt/hgt
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What co morbidity should the BPD, CNS stimulant can cause psychotic or manic
PMHNP assess for before starting a s/s in pt's with no prior hx or may exacerbate bx
stimulant disturbances and thought d/o in pt's with pre-
exisiting psychosis
Stimulants can exacerbate what anxiety and SUD
comorbid dx
Increased irritability or insomnia can low dose non stim
be tx with what
Abrupt withdrawal from stimulants irritability and rebound s/s
can cause what
What to do with tx for ADHD if the pt Combo therapy with stim and non stim
is argumentative or oppositional
Recommendations for parent training Recommended for child under 6
in behavior management for ADHD - Parents learn positive communication and
as a first-line reinforcement, structure, and discipline
Intervention - Teaches kids to better control their own bx =
- What do the parents learn improved fnx at school, home, and relationships
What setting is ODD most common Home setting with peers or adults that the pt
knows
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PCHA FINAL EXAM ACTUAL EXAM 2026 | ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS |
VERIFIED ANSWERS | GRADED A+ | BRAND NEW
VERSION
Terms in this set (82)
What ADHD symptoms are lack of Selective attention
attention to detail, careless mistakes,
not listening, losing things diverting
attention, forgetfulness
What ADHD symptoms are poor Lack of sustained attention
problem solving, trouble completing
a task, disorganization, trouble
sustaining mental effort
What ADHD symptoms are excessive Impulsivity
talking, blurting things out, not
waiting ones turn, interrupting
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,8/20/26, 11:25 AM PCHA FINAL EXAM ACTUAL EXAM 2026 | ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | VERIFIED ANSWERS | GRADED A+ …
What ADHD symptoms are fidgeting, Hyperactivity
leaving ones seat, running, climbing,
trouble playing quietly
What ADHD symptom is common in hyperactivity
childhood
Effects of maturation ADHD- young DD, bx less mature than peers
kids may experience
Effects of maturation ADHD- teens poor academic performance, trouble driving,
trouble in social situations, risky sexual bx, SUD
Effects of maturation ADHD- Adult Issues with EF, attention, working memory, that
cause issues with day to day fnx and performance
at work and in relationships
Dx criteria for ADHD Pattern of 6 s/s that interfere with
How many s/s fnx/development,
How long 6 months or longer
How many settings Present in 2 or more settings
How to combat anorexia with Take medication with breakfast to decrease
stimulant use anorexia or associated weight loss
When patients with ADHD have co ADHD (stimulants first line)
morbid MH issues, what do you tx Treating ADHD s/s first will give a clearer picture of
first the comorbidities
Work up for starting stimulant ECG- if personal/first relative fmly hx
Check bp/wgt/hgt
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What co morbidity should the BPD, CNS stimulant can cause psychotic or manic
PMHNP assess for before starting a s/s in pt's with no prior hx or may exacerbate bx
stimulant disturbances and thought d/o in pt's with pre-
exisiting psychosis
Stimulants can exacerbate what anxiety and SUD
comorbid dx
Increased irritability or insomnia can low dose non stim
be tx with what
Abrupt withdrawal from stimulants irritability and rebound s/s
can cause what
What to do with tx for ADHD if the pt Combo therapy with stim and non stim
is argumentative or oppositional
Recommendations for parent training Recommended for child under 6
in behavior management for ADHD - Parents learn positive communication and
as a first-line reinforcement, structure, and discipline
Intervention - Teaches kids to better control their own bx =
- What do the parents learn improved fnx at school, home, and relationships
What setting is ODD most common Home setting with peers or adults that the pt
knows
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