The Parent of a 6­year­old Child Expresses Concern That the Child

question 4

Multiple Choice

The parent of a 6­year­old child expresses concern that the child may have ADHD.
Which screening tool will the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner use to evaluate this possibility?

• A) Behavioral and Emotional Screening System for Children (BESS­2)
• B) Behavioral Assessment for Children - 2nd ed. (BASC­2)
• C) Conner's 3 Parent and Teacher Rating Scale
• D) Pediatric Symptom Checklist (PSC)

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Definitions:

Self-actualizers

Individuals who have fulfilled their potential or are in the process of doing so, often characterized by high levels of creativity, autonomy, and a deeper understanding of reality.

Maslow

Refers to Abraham Maslow, a psychologist best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs.

Self-actualizers' Imperfections

The acknowledgment that individuals striving for self-actualization can possess flaws and limitations despite their pursuit of personal growth.

Maslow

A psychologist best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory in psychology that ranks human needs in the form of a pyramid.