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1. A 10-year-old boy is brought to the school nurse by his
teacher, who reports that he has been acting restless,
irritable, and disruptive in class. The nurse observes that
the boy is fidgety, talks rapidly, and has difficulty staying
on task. The nurse suspects that the boy may have:
a) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
b) Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
c) Conduct disorder (CD)
d) Bipolar disorder (BD)
*Answer: a) ADHD
Rationale: ADHD is characterized by a persistent pattern of
inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes
with functioning or development. The boy's symptoms are
consistent with ADHD, while ODD, CD, and BD have
different or additional features.*
2. A 14-year-old girl is referred to a mental health clinic by
her pediatrician, who noticed signs of depression during a
routine check-up. The girl admits that she has been feeling
sad, hopeless, and worthless for the past few months. She
also reveals that she has been cutting herself on her arms
and legs with a razor blade. The nurse should assess the girl
for:
a) Suicidal ideation
b) Borderline personality disorder (BPD)
c) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
d) All of the above
*Answer: d) All of the above
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