Georgettes Module 3 exam with 100% correct solutions 2024

Tolerance correct answersthe diminishing effect with regular use of the same dose of a drug, requiring the user to take larger and larger doses before experiencing the drug's effect kindling correct answerstendency for regions of the brain to react to repeated low levels of stimualtion by progressively boosting synaptic discharges, therefore lowering the seizure threshold How many sx of ADHD for a dx in children? correct answers6 or more in TWO settings How many sx of ADHD for a dx in Adults? correct answers5 or more in TWO settings` This causes ADHD: correct answersabnormalitites of fronto/subcortical pathways (Frontal cortex, Basal ganglia, reticular activation system) Reticular Activating System (RAS) correct answersa dense network of neurons found in the core of the brain stem; it arouses the cortex and screens incoming information, disfunction in ADHD as the RAS filters out unnecessary information Structural abnormalities producing neurotransmitter abnormalities Dopamine dysfunction Norepi. dysfunction Serotonin These also can be a cause of what? correct answersADHD amphetamines are approved for what age? correct answers3 and up Methylphenidates are approved for what age? correct answers6 and up Guanfacine is FDA approved for? Clonidine is FDA approved for? Strattera? correct answersADHD 6-17 ADHD 6 and up ADHD 6 and up Signs of stimulant abuse correct answersinsomnia tremors inc BP and HR heart palpitations anxiety, irritable mood/ mood swings This screening tool for ADHD is public correct answersVanderbilt