What are the three core symptoms of ADHD?
Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity
At what age are deficits usually apparent with autism?
By 18 months
Name 3 complications of Anorexia Nervosa
Malnutrition, Dehydration, Electrolyte Imbalances, Cardiac dysrhythmia, muscle wasting, increased risk for infection
What are 3 factors that influence the treatment of mental health disorders?
Access to care, family structure and support, and appropriate diagnosis
What two questions should be asked when assessing suicidality?
Do you have a plan, and do you have means to carry out the plan?
What disorder involves a pattern of violating the rights of others or rules?
Conduct Disorder (CD)
What term describes the repetition of words or phrases in autism?
Munchausen syndrome by proxy
What is the name of a treatment modality within mental health care, that provides structure and safety, in the hopes of contributing to care and recovery
Therapeutic milieu
Promotion of early intervention, familiar involvement, individual and family therapy, and establishing a structured and low-stimulation environment can be beneficial for the child with ______ disorder
Autism
Which disorder includes frequent temper loss, defiance, issues with authority and blaming others?
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
What is the more common name for the DSM-5 diagnosis of "factitious Disorder imposed on another"
Repeating TV shows, walking in circles
Name 3 ways in which stress can manifest physically
Physical (Headache, abdomincal pain, cardiovascular disorders, GI upset, enuresis, encopresis, decreased immune functioning)
What should be ruled out before diagnosing a learning disorder?
Visual and hearing impairments
Being consistent with consequences, only targeting a few behaviors at a time, offering positive reinforcement with activities, avoiding reacting emotionally to behavior, implementing social skills training, and providinge caregiver training to manage behaviors can be beneficial for the child with ________
Opposition Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Name some school-based interventions aimed at helping a child with ADHD succeed academically.
Establish routines or provide consistent structure and expectations; give periodic "errands" for the child to run (ex: return a book to the library); helping the child organize his or her desk/locker; giving 1 direction at a time
What is a key feature of sensory processing in ASD?
Over- or under-responsiveness to stimuli
Name 3 factors that predispose children to stress
cognitive immaturity, peers, events (including anticipated events), media influencers, lack of basic needs being met, lack of judgment/insight
What class of medication is most commonly prescribed for ADHD, and name one side effect.
Stimulants; decreased appetite or sleep disturbance
The nurse is taking care of a patient who has expressed interest in minimizing stress through non pharmacological means. Name 2 strategies the nurse can suggest for this patient to decrease their stress
Exercise, journaling/drawing, deep breathing, meditation, prayer, talking with an adult or peer
What are some things to look out for/ nursing considerations with regards to ADHD medications
Stimulants may result in decreased appetite, weight loss, and insomnia. These medications often have a "street value". The medications should be given consistently every day.
What kind of approach is used to diagnose ASD?
Multidisciplinary approach using DSM-5 criteria and physical/developmental evaluation
Children who are abused, neglected, or adopted are at an increased risk for what kind of disorder?
Attachment Disorder
Name two components of family-centered care in pediatric mental health.
Involving parents in treatment planning and providing educational resources