ANCC PMHNP Psych-Mental Health NP 2023 Test | 100+ Questions and Answers with Rationale | Graded A+

ANCC PMHNP Psych-Mental Health NP 2023 Test | 100+ Questions and Answers with Rationale | Graded A+ The NP sees a 12-year-old male who was referred to her because of disruptive behavior and physical aggression against his peers. He is generally hostile in temperament and easily irritated. The child is also failing academically. This child most likely suffers from which of the following disorders? attention deficit hyperactivity disorder oppositional defiant disorder posttraumatic stress disorder autistic disorder - Correct Answer - oppositional defiant disorder This child would most likely be diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). Children with ODD are disruptive, argumentative, hostile and irritable. They have social problems with peers and adults and impaired academic functioning.