Exam 23: Disorders Usually First Diagnosed in Infancy, Childhood, or Adolescence

An adolescent client who was diagnosed with conduct disorder at the age of 8 is sentenced to juvenile detention after bringing a gun to school. How should the nurse apply knowledge of conduct disorder to this client's situation?

In planning care for a child diagnosed with autistic disorder, which would be a realistic client outcome?

An 8-year-old client diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was admitted 5 days ago for management of temper tantrums. What would be a priority nursing intervention during the termination phase of the nurse-client relationship?

A child diagnosed with severe autistic disorder has the nursing diagnosis of disturbed personal identity. Which outcome would best address this client's diagnosis?

A preschool child is admitted to a psychiatric unit with a diagnosis of autistic disorder. To help the child feel more secure on the unit, which intervention should a nurse include in this client's plan of care?

Which of the following risk factors noted during a family history assessment should a nurse associate with the potential development of mental retardation? (Select all that apply.)

Which should be the priority nursing intervention when caring for a child diagnosed with conduct disorder?

After an adolescent diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) begins methylphenidate (Ritalin) therapy, a nurse notes that the adolescent loses 10 pounds in a 2-month period. What is the best explanation for this weight loss?

A nursing instructor presents a case study in which a 3-year-old child is in constant motion and is unable to sit still during story time. The instructor asks a student to evaluate this child's behavior. Which student response indicates an appropriate evaluation of the situation?

Which behavioral approach should a nurse utilize when caring for children diagnosed with disruptive behavior disorders?

A 6-year-old client is prescribed methylphenidate (Ritalin) for a diagnosis of attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). When teaching the parents about this medication, which nursing statement explains how Ritalin works?

A preschool child diagnosed with autistic disorder has been engaging in constant head-banging behavior. Which nursing intervention is appropriate?

A nursing instructor is teaching about pharmacological treatments for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which information about atomoxetine (Strattera) should be included in the lesson plan?

When planning care for a client, which medication classification should a nurse recognize as effective in the treatment of Tourette's syndrome?

A nurse has taken report for the evening shift on an adolescent inpatient unit. Which client should the nurse address first?

The nurse should recognize which of the following findings contribute to a client's development of attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? (Select all that apply.)

Which nursing intervention should be prioritized when caring for a child diagnosed with mild mental retardation?

A client has an IQ of 47. Which nursing diagnosis best addresses a client problem associated with this degree of mental retardation?

Which finding should a nurse expect when assessing a child diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder?

A child diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is having difficulty completing homework assignments. What information should the nurse include when teaching the parents about task performance improvement?