The Adolescent Hispanic Male Has Been Diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity

question 26

Multiple Choice

The adolescent Hispanic male has been diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) , and is taking methylphenidate (Ritalin) . Even though the drug helps with focus and grades, the adolescent will not go to the school office at noon for his medication. Which statement best describes the result of the nurse's evaluation?

• A) The adolescent has developed alternative coping mechanisms to increase his focus during classes.
• B) The adolescent is fearful that this drug may be a "gateway drug" and he will abuse other substances.
• C) The adolescent really does not need an additional dose of methylphenidate (Ritalin) at school.
• D) The adolescent is embarrassed about having to take medicine at school; it is a social stigma.

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Definitions:

Visual-recognition Memory

The ability to remember and recognize previously encountered objects or individuals by sight.

Cross-modal Transference

The ability to transfer information acquired through one sensory modality to another.

Habituation Time

The duration it takes for an individual to become accustomed or less responsive to a repetitive stimulus.

Visual Preferences

The tendency of individuals to favor certain visual stimuli over others, which can influence attention, selection, and memory processes.