NR546 / NR 546 Psychopharmacology Final
UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Question 1.
ADHD symptoms 4 categories
Correct Answer: selective attention, hyperactivity, lack of zsustained
attention, impulsivity
Question 2.
what is the youngest age ADHD can appear at?
Correct Answer: 3 y/o
Question 3.
what plays an important role in the development of ADHD?
Correct Answer: genetics
Question 4.
Describe selective attention?
Correct Answer: lack of attention to detail, careless mistakes, not listening,
losing things, diverting attention, forgetful
Question 5.
Describe lack of sustained attention?
Correct Answer: poor problem solving, difficulty completing tasks,
disorganization, difficulty sustaining mental effort
Question 6.
what is impulsivity ?
Correct Answer: excessive talking, blurting things out, not waiting one's turn,
interrupting
Question 7.
what is hyperactivity?
Correct Answer: fidgeting, leaving one's seat, running, climbing, trouble
playing quietly
‣ •George talks excessively, blurts out answers in class, and has hurt a
friend's feelings when he wouldn't wait his turn at recess. this is an example
of which ADHD symptoms? ✓✓impulsivity
, Question 8.
•Mary was reprimanded by her boss for not listening during their last meeting and
making careless mistakes on their current project. Mary apologizes and says she's been
feeling very forgetful lately. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms?
Correct Answer: selective attetion
Question 9.
Jim is a college student who can't find the motivation to complete his homework or pay
attention in class. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms?
Correct Answer: lack of sustained attention
Question 10.
Layla just started school and her parent's received a call from her teacher about her
behavior. The teacher states Layla runs and climbs on the chairs and desks, has trouble
playing quietly, and refuses to stay in her seat. this is an example of which ADHD
symptoms?
Correct Answer: hyperactivity
Question 11.
(ADHD: Lifespan Considerations) •Which symptom decreases markedly with age?
Correct Answer: hyperactivity
Question 12.
(ADHD lifespan consideration) primary symptoms are?
Correct Answer: inattention, restlessness, cognitive & emotional impulsivity,
executive functioning deficits, and self-regulation
Question 13.
(ADHD Lifespan) What might adults who struggle with executive functioning difficulties
and disorganization also experience?
Correct Answer: occupational stress and anxiety
‣ ADHD symptoms may arise from abnormalities within circuits in the_________,
which affect ________ ✓✓prefrontal cortex (PFC) , executive function.
Question 14.
ADHD symptoms become noticeable around what age and why?
Correct Answer: 6-7 y/o, possibly due to abnormalities in the prefrontal cortex
circuits or errors in the synaptic pruning process.
UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Question 1.
ADHD symptoms 4 categories
Correct Answer: selective attention, hyperactivity, lack of zsustained
attention, impulsivity
Question 2.
what is the youngest age ADHD can appear at?
Correct Answer: 3 y/o
Question 3.
what plays an important role in the development of ADHD?
Correct Answer: genetics
Question 4.
Describe selective attention?
Correct Answer: lack of attention to detail, careless mistakes, not listening,
losing things, diverting attention, forgetful
Question 5.
Describe lack of sustained attention?
Correct Answer: poor problem solving, difficulty completing tasks,
disorganization, difficulty sustaining mental effort
Question 6.
what is impulsivity ?
Correct Answer: excessive talking, blurting things out, not waiting one's turn,
interrupting
Question 7.
what is hyperactivity?
Correct Answer: fidgeting, leaving one's seat, running, climbing, trouble
playing quietly
‣ •George talks excessively, blurts out answers in class, and has hurt a
friend's feelings when he wouldn't wait his turn at recess. this is an example
of which ADHD symptoms? ✓✓impulsivity
, Question 8.
•Mary was reprimanded by her boss for not listening during their last meeting and
making careless mistakes on their current project. Mary apologizes and says she's been
feeling very forgetful lately. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms?
Correct Answer: selective attetion
Question 9.
Jim is a college student who can't find the motivation to complete his homework or pay
attention in class. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms?
Correct Answer: lack of sustained attention
Question 10.
Layla just started school and her parent's received a call from her teacher about her
behavior. The teacher states Layla runs and climbs on the chairs and desks, has trouble
playing quietly, and refuses to stay in her seat. this is an example of which ADHD
symptoms?
Correct Answer: hyperactivity
Question 11.
(ADHD: Lifespan Considerations) •Which symptom decreases markedly with age?
Correct Answer: hyperactivity
Question 12.
(ADHD lifespan consideration) primary symptoms are?
Correct Answer: inattention, restlessness, cognitive & emotional impulsivity,
executive functioning deficits, and self-regulation
Question 13.
(ADHD Lifespan) What might adults who struggle with executive functioning difficulties
and disorganization also experience?
Correct Answer: occupational stress and anxiety
‣ ADHD symptoms may arise from abnormalities within circuits in the_________,
which affect ________ ✓✓prefrontal cortex (PFC) , executive function.
Question 14.
ADHD symptoms become noticeable around what age and why?
Correct Answer: 6-7 y/o, possibly due to abnormalities in the prefrontal cortex
circuits or errors in the synaptic pruning process.
