ADHD Flashcards
1
Q
diagnosis criteria
A
persistent features
≤16hrs = 6 features ≥17yrs = 4 features
2
Q
diagnostic features: inattention
A
doesnt follow instructions reluctance to engage mentally intense tasks easily distracted difficulty sustaining tasks difficulty organising tasks forgetful looses things doesn't listen
3
Q
diagnostic features: hyperactivity
A
unable play quietly talks excessively doesnt wait their turn stands up when told to sit on the go interruptive, intrusive answer prematurely before question finished run/climb when innappropriate
4
Q
following presentation
A
10wk watch and wait to observe whether symptoms change or resolve
if persist - referral
5
Q
Mx
A
1/ methylphenidate
2/ lisdexamfetamine
3/ dexamfetamine
6
Q
methylphenidate
A
dopamine norapinephrine reuptake inhibitor
7
Q
methylphenidate monitoring
A
weight + height should be monitored every 6mo in children
8
Q
what needs to be done prior to starting treatment
A
baseline ECG
