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Counseling PointsTM Continuing Medical Education Posttest Caring for Individuals with ADHD Throughout the Lifespan: Pharmacologic Treatment Strategies for Children, Adolescents, and Adults with ADHD There are two ways to earn National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) contact hours: Online Via Mail/Fax 1. Read the Counseling PointsTM issue,“Pharmacologic Treatment Strategies for Children,Adolescents, 1. Please read the newsletter in its and Adults with ADHD.” entirety. 2. Go to http://www.napnapce.org and click on “Issue #2” under Course Categories – Counseling 2. Complete the post-test questions and PointsTM (direct course link http://www.napnapce.org/course/view.php?id=39). program evaluation on page 15. 3. If you already have an account with PNPSourCESM, log in using your username and password. If you 3. Mail or fax the Program Evaluation are a NAPNAP member, log in with your member ID number and password. (If you do not know Form to NAPNAP, 20 Brace Road, your member ID and Password, please contact NAPNAP at 877-662-7627.) If you are not a member Suite 200, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034of NAPNAP and this is your first time visiting PNPSourCESM, click on “Create New Account.” 2634, Fax 856-857-1600. 4. From the Course Outline screen, click on the “Take Test” button. There is no charge for CE credit. 5. After receiving a passing grade on the posttest, complete the evaluation survey and print your 4. A certificate will be mailed within CE certificate. 4-6 weeks. A certificate from NAPNAP will be awarded for a score of 70% (7 correct) or better. To contact a NAPNAP Customer Service representative, please e-mail cesec@napnap.org or call (877) 662-7627 (M-F, 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM, Eastern Time). 1. The primary goals of ADHD treatment in children and adolescents are to: A. reduce inattentiveness and impulsivity B. improve relationships with others C. improve sleep D. A and B 2. What percentage of children and adolescents with ADHD are likely to respond to stimulants? A. at least 60% B. at least 70% C. at least 80% D. at least 90% 3. A child/adolescent with ADHD and tics: A. is contraindicated from using stimulants B. can use stimulants C. should only use stimulants if other medications have failed D. should only use nonstimulants to manage ADHD symptoms 4. Rare cases of sudden cardiac death have been reported in children with ADHD who use dextroamphetamine. Therefore, dextroamphetamine: A. is contraindicated in children/adolescents B. should not be used by children/adolescents with a history of structural or congenital heart defects C. should not be used by children/adolescents with a family history of sudden cardiac death D. should only be used when other stimulants fail 5. Atomoxetine works mainly by: A. blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine into the presynaptic neuron B. blocking the reuptake of serotonin into the presynaptic neuron C. blocking the reuptake of dopamine into the presynaptic neuron D. Both A and C 6. Pediatric doses of methylphenidate and dextroamphetamine are based on the individual’s weight. A. True B. False 7. The efficacy of giving children/adolescents with ADHD a holiday from taking a stimulant to reduce side effects: A. has been established B. has not been established C. has not been studied 8. In adults with ADHD, initiating treatment with a long-acting stimulant: A. improves adherence B. reduces side effects C. has less abuse potential than shorter-acting agents D. All of the above 9. All BUT which of the following beverages can impact the effectiveness of some stimulants? A. acidic fruit juices B. sports drinks C. milk D. Both A and B 10. The lifetime prevalence of co-morbid psychiatric and learning disorders in adults with ADHD is estimated to be as high as: A. 36% B. 52% C. 61% D. 80% COUNSELING POINTS™ 14 http://www.napnapce.org http://www.napnapce.org/course/view.php?id=39

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