ADHD, Autism, child abuse Flashcards
what type of ADHD is more common in males
hyperactive/impulsive
what type of ADHD is more common in females
inattentive
what type of ADHD persist to adulthood
impulsive and inattentive
what are the 3 types of ADHD
inattentive
hyperactive-impulsive
combined
How can you dx ADHD
needs to occur in 2 different settings
when do sx normally start by
age 6
what do you need to dx ADHD
at least 6 sx for at least 6 months
what is the tx of ADHD
behavorial managing
stimulents: Methylphenidate
What are the red flags of autism at :
6 months
no big smiles or joyful expressions
What are the red flags of autism at :
9 months
no back and forth sharing of sounds
What are the red flags of autism at :
12months
no babbling, no pointing, waving, or showing
What are the red flags of autism at :
16months
no words
What are the red flags of autism at :
24 months
no 2 word combos
when do you screen for autism
18 and 24 months
what is used for screening for autism
MCHAT
what is the most common presenting sx of autism
language delay
when is autism commonly diagnosed
3 years
what is the treatment of autism
early intervention
Medications to target symptoms or comorbidies
what are the 3 acts of commission
emotional
sexual
physical
what are the acts of omission
neglect
what type of bruises are suspicious
patterned, unusual distribution, non-ambulatory infant
what type of burns are concerning for abuse
clear lines of demarcation, bilateral and symmetrical, lack of typical pattern
with what age are burns more common around with abuse
higher rate around toilet training
what type of fractures are suspicious
unexplained,
non-ambulatory pt,
multiple bones,
ribs, metaphyseal, scapular, veretbral fractures
