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burchfield96

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The parent of a child with Tourette's disorder says to the nurse, I think my child is faking the tics because they come and go. Which response by the nurse is accurate?
 
  a. Perhaps your child was misdiagnosed.
  b. Your observation indicates the medication is effective.
  c. Tics often change frequency or severity. That doesn't mean they aren't real.
  d. This finding is unexpected. How have you been administering your child's medication?

Question 2

The child most likely to receive propranolol (Inderal) to control aggression, deliberate self-injury, and temper tantrums is one diagnosed with:
 
  a. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD.
  b. Posttraumatic stress disorder.
  c. Separation anxiety.
  d. Autistic disorder ASD.



bulacsom

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Tics are sudden, rapid, involuntary, repetitive movements or vocalizations characteristic of Tourette's disorder. They often fluctuate in frequency and severity and are reduced or absent during sleep.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Propranolol is useful for controlling aggression, deliberate self-injury, and temper tantrums of some autistic children. It is not indicated in any of the other disorders.



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