Final Exam: NR 606 / NR606 (Latest
Update 2025 / 2026) Diagnosis and Management in Psychiatric-Mental Health II Practicum | Week 5 - 8 | Questions with Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A – Chamberlain
Question:
Measures to combat anorexia with stimulant medications
Answer:
1) Take medication with food 2) Switch to Focalin
Question:
Treatment of comorbidities of ADHD (anxiety)
Answer:
Switch to non-stimulant (Guanfacine, Clonidine, Atomoxetine)
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Question:
Work up for starting stimulant medication
Answer:
EKG if family history of cardiac issues
Question:
Recommendations for parents training in behavior management as 1st-line
Answer:
What parents learn when trained in behavior therapy:
Positive Communication Positive Reinforcement Structure and Discipline
Behavior therapy, given by parents, teaches children to better control their own behavior, leading to improved functioning at school home and in relationships. Learning and practicing behavior therapy requires time and effort, but has lasting benefits for the child.
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Question:
DX criteria for ODD
Answer:
1) Symptoms must have occurred during an interaction with one or more individuals that are not siblings within the last 6 months 2) Children <5, behaviors must occur on most days for at least 6 months 3) Angry/irritable, loss of temper, annoyed, argumentative, resentment, defiant, argues with authority figures, refuses to follow rules, blames others, vindictive, spiteful
Question:
Conduct disorder exhibit
Answer:
1) Lack of empathy 2) Aggression 3) Impulsivity
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