NUR 214 (Mental Health - Test 2) Study Notes Questions with Correct Answers (Grade A+)

NUR 214 (Mental Health - Test 2) Study Notes Questions with
Correct Answers (Grade A+)

Question 1: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Answer: A psychological characterized by difficulty completing task that require focused attention,
hyperactivity, hyperkinesis, and impulsivity

Question 2: What is the most persistent characteristic of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD)?

Answer: Inattentiveness

Question 3: What are 5 known risk factors for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in
adults?

Answer: 1. Antisocial behavior 2. Substance abuse 3. Involvement in serious accidents 4. Academic
underachievement 5. Low occupational success

Question 4: T/F: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is often a missed diagnosis in
adolescents and adults

Answer: TRUE

Question 5: Attention-deficit disorder (ADD)

Answer: Term used to describe individuals who experience the inattentiveness and difficulty concentrating
that accompanies ADHD but without hyperactivity

Question 6: The etiology of attention-deficit disorder (ADD) & attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD) has a strong association with what?

Answer: Preterm birth

Question 7: What prenatal factors are associated with attention-deficit disorder (ADD) &
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: 1. Poor fetal growth 2. Impaired placental functioning 3. Impaired oxygenation

Question 8: T/F: The pathophysiology of attention-deficit disorder (ADD) &
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is unclear but may involve deficit in dopamine and
norepinephrine or a delay in the brain maturation in the areas of self-regulation

Answer: TRUE



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,Question 9: What are 3 possible contributing factors of attention-deficit disorder (ADD) &
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: 1. Family stress 2. Poverty 3. Poor nutrition

Question 10: Although there is no known prevention of attention-deficit disorder (ADD) &
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) what can be avoided as possible risk factors during
pregnancy?

Answer: 1. Using drugs 2. Smoking 3. Drinking alcohol

Question 11: What 3 problems are related to attention-deficit disorder (ADD) &
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: 1. Decreased attention span 2. Impulsiveness 3. Increased motor activity

Question 12: What are 5 common symptoms of attention-deficit disorder (ADD) &
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: 1. Difficulty completing tasks 2. Constant fidgeting 3. Frequently loud and interrupts 4. Sleep
disturbances 5. Difficulty with social relationships in school and with parents and siblings

Question 13: T/F: Boys with attention-deficit disorder (ADD) & attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD) show less aggression and impulsiveness but show more anxiety, mood swings, social
withdrawal, rejection, and cognitive/language problems

Answer: FALSE **GIRLS show less aggression and impulsiveness

Question 14: Symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) fall into what 3 groups?

Answer: 1. Hyperactivity 2. Impulsive behaviors 3. Lack of attention

Question 15: Symptoms must occur over how long for a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder (ADHD) to be considered?

Answer: 6 months or more

Question 16: Diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) begins with a careful patient
history that includes:

Answer: 1. Family history 2. Birth history 3. Growth/development milestones 4. Behaviors (sleep/eating
patterns) 5. Progression/patterns in school 6. Social/environmental conditions 7. Reports from
parents/teachers




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, Question 17: How many settings (home/school/daycare) need abnormal patterns for a diagnosis of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: At least 2 settings

Question 18: Patient are often brought for evaluation of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD) when behaviors interfere with:

Answer: Daily functioning of teachers/parents

Question 19: T/F: Learning disabilities and anxiety disorders are often misdiagnosed as
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) without further evaluation of symptoms

Answer: TRUE

Question 20: What central nervous system (CNS) stimulants are used for pharmacological therapy in
children with moderate to severe attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: 1. amphetamine-dextroamphetamine (Adderall) 2. dexmethylphenidate (Focalin) 3.
methylphenidate (Ritalin/Concerta) 4. dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine) 5. kusdexanfetamine (Vyvanse) 6.
methamphetamine (Desoxyn)

Question 21: What central nervous system (CNS) nonstimulants are used for pharmacological therapy
in children with moderate to severe attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: 1. atomoxetine (Strattera) **monitor hepatic function 2. clonidine (Kapvay) **monitor BP 3.
guanfacine (Intuniv) **monitor BP

Question 22: What psychostimulant skin patch is used for pharmacological therapy in children with
moderate to severe attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: methylphenidate (Datrana)

Question 23: What side effects can be seen with central nervous system (CNS) stimulants used for
pharmacological therapy in children with moderate to severe attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD)?

Answer: 1. Headaches 2. Insomnia 3. Anorexia (loss of appetite) 4. Tachycardia

Question 24: What side effects can be seen with central nervous system (CNS) nonstimulants used for
pharmacological therapy in children with moderate to severe attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD)?

Answer: 1. Psychosis 2. Suicidal tendencies




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