33.2 Behaviour and Attention Flashcards
1
Q
key neurotransmitter for attention?
A
noradrenaline/dopamine
2
Q
risk factors for inattention?
A
- parental ADHD (high heritability)
- inter alcohol exposure
- prematurity
3
Q
key feature in ADHD?
A
- PERSISTENT pattern, not just ‘new school’
- negatively impacts child
- more than 6 months
4
Q
ddx for inattention?
A
- hearing/vision loss
- mental health
- neurological disorders
- endocrine
- sleep disorders
- family stressors
5
Q
where to begin re: history for ADHD?
A
what is a typical day like?
morning, eating
sleeping?rituals?
6
Q
Examination for behaviour/inattention?
A
-obs/interaction
-appearance - dysmorphose, neurocutaneous
-growth - growth charts
vital
-general exam: neuro
-eyes/vision
-ENT/hearing
7
Q
strategies for ppl with weak organizational skills?
A
- homework area arranged orderly
- lists/checklists
- breaking down big task to several small tasks
8
Q
key drugs in inattention?
A
stimulants: dexamphetamine
methylphenidate
ritalin (long acting)
9
Q
inattention has strong overlap with which condition?
A
autism, intellectual disability
