Exam Preview for 1878: The Effect of ADHD on Adults: Providing Supp

The Effect of ADHD on Adults: Providing Support to Clients and Their Loved Ones

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1. Per the DSM-5, patients over the age of 17 years with ADHD may experience which of the following characteristics? challenges following instructions propensity to get side-tracked when doing chore or workplace duties forgetfulness at work None of the above
2. For those with ADHD, they may experience hyperactivity and impulsivity as exhibited through which of the following: excessive sweating fidgeting, squirming, tapping being rigid and not moving excessive sleepiness
3. Symptoms must impact the person in at least _____ settings for someone to be diagnosed accurately with ADHD. 1 2 3 4
4. Estimates indicate that _____ of adults have ADHD. 1% 2.5% 5% 10%
5. Adults with ADHD may experience which of the following implications in their relationships? sexual monogamy reluctance to get married frequent relationship break-ups and divorces long-term relationships
6. Parenting can be impacted by ADHD. Mothers with ADHD are recommended to do the following: create routines and focusing on solving problems (rather than blaming) create routines and avoid household duties Avoid household duties and accept the reality of living with ADHD Avoid problems and create routines
7. Dads with ADHD are recommended to engage in the following: Use symptom management skills and delegate household work to partner Use symptom management skills and enhance marriage stability Enhance marriage stability and avoid paid work Avoid paid work and use a structured calendar
8. Which of the following is a special consideration for use for parents with ADHD parenting kids with ADHD? Solely use auditory reminders Don’t worry about school performance Use organization structures, routines, and visual supports None of the above
9. Adults with ADHD may experience: challenges in a work setting higher rates of employment more satisfaction with professional lives stable long-term careers
10. Which of the following are strategies or care techniques that can be helpful for adults with ADHD? Exercise, focus on strengths, increasing digital use Exercise, focus on strengths, digital detox Exercise, obtain support to increase stress level Exercise, rely on family to compensate for areas of challenge