The Parent of a Child Diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

question 10

Multiple Choice

The parent of a child diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) tells the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner that the child gets overwhelmed by homework assignments, doesn't seem to know which ones to do first, and then doesn't do any assignments. The nurse practitioner tells the parent that this represents impairment in which executive function?

• A) Activation
• B) Effort
• C) Emotion
• D) Focus

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Definitions:

Dramatic Body Language

Expressive physical movement and gestures that convey emotions or attitudes in a pronounced way.

Histrionic Personality Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by a pattern of excessive attention-seeking behaviors, including inappropriately seductive behavior and an excessive need for approval.

Personal Questions

Inquiries directed towards an individual that delve into their private, personal life or feelings.

Interviews

A qualitative research method or a formal meeting in which one or more people question, consult, or evaluate another person.