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Nervous Nelly
"Skills before Pills"
NSG INTERVENTIONS
100

What are the three core symptoms of ADHD?

Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity

100

At what age are deficits usually apparent with autism?

By 18 months

100

Name 3 complications of Anorexia Nervosa

Malnutrition, Dehydration, Electrolyte Imbalances, Cardiac dysrhythmia, muscle wasting, increased risk for infection

100

What are 3 factors that influence the treatment of mental health disorders?

Access to care, family structure and support, and appropriate diagnosis

100

What two questions should be asked when assessing suicidality?

Do you have a plan, and do you have means to carry out the plan?

200

What disorder involves a pattern of violating the rights of others or rules?

Conduct Disorder (CD)

200

What term describes the repetition of words or phrases in autism?

Munchausen syndrome by proxy

200

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

200

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

300

Which disorder includes frequent temper loss, defiance, issues with authority and blaming others?

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

300

What is the more common name for the DSM-5 diagnosis of "factitious Disorder imposed on another"

Repeating TV shows, walking in circles

300

Name 3 ways in which stress can manifest physically

Physical (Headache, abdomincal pain, cardiovascular disorders, GI upset, enuresis, encopresis, decreased immune functioning)

300

What should be ruled out before diagnosing a learning disorder?

Visual and hearing impairments

300

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)

400

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

400

What is a key feature of sensory processing in ASD?

Over- or under-responsiveness to stimuli

400

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

400

What class of medication is most commonly prescribed for ADHD, and name one side effect.

Stimulants; decreased appetite or sleep disturbance

400

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

500

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.

500

What kind of approach is used to diagnose ASD?

Multidisciplinary approach using DSM-5 criteria and physical/developmental evaluation

500

Children who are abused, neglected, or adopted are at an increased risk for what kind of disorder?

Attachment Disorder

500

Name two components of family-centered care in pediatric mental health.

Involving parents in treatment planning and providing educational resources

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