PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE
PRACTITIONER FINAL REVIEW SHEET 2026 FULL
ANSWERS
◉ ADHD symptoms 4 categories Answer: selective attention,
hyperactivity, lack of zsustained attention, impulsivity
◉ what is the youngest age ADHD can appear at? Answer: 3 y/o
◉ what plays an important role in the development of ADHD?
Answer: genetics
◉ Describe selective attention? Answer: lack of attention to detail,
careless mistakes, not listening, losing things, diverting attention,
forgetful
◉ Describe lack of sustained attention? Answer: poor problem
solving, difficulty completing tasks, disorganization, difficulty
sustaining mental effort
◉ what is impulsivity ? Answer: excessive talking, blurting things
out, not waiting one's turn, interrupting
, ◉ what is hyperactivity? 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? Answer: impulsivity
◉ •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? Answer: selective attetion
◉ 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? Answer: lack of sustained attention
◉ 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?
Answer: hyperactivity
◉ (ADHD: Lifespan Considerations) •Which symptom decreases
markedly with age? Answer: hyperactivity
PRACTITIONER FINAL REVIEW SHEET 2026 FULL
ANSWERS
◉ ADHD symptoms 4 categories Answer: selective attention,
hyperactivity, lack of zsustained attention, impulsivity
◉ what is the youngest age ADHD can appear at? Answer: 3 y/o
◉ what plays an important role in the development of ADHD?
Answer: genetics
◉ Describe selective attention? Answer: lack of attention to detail,
careless mistakes, not listening, losing things, diverting attention,
forgetful
◉ Describe lack of sustained attention? Answer: poor problem
solving, difficulty completing tasks, disorganization, difficulty
sustaining mental effort
◉ what is impulsivity ? Answer: excessive talking, blurting things
out, not waiting one's turn, interrupting
, ◉ what is hyperactivity? 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? Answer: impulsivity
◉ •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? Answer: selective attetion
◉ 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? Answer: lack of sustained attention
◉ 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?
Answer: hyperactivity
◉ (ADHD: Lifespan Considerations) •Which symptom decreases
markedly with age? Answer: hyperactivity
