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bobbie · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse clarifies that prior to confirming the diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the child must have: (Select all that apply.)

a. Had signs more than 6 months
b. Exhibited the behavior before 9 years of age
c. The behavior recorded in more than one setting
d. Significant impairment in adjustment and functioning
e. Had all other causes of behavior ruled out

Question 2

The newborn nursery nurse is alert for indications of disability in newborns, which include: (Select all that apply.)

a. Failure to suck
b. Feeding difficulties
c. Bluish coloration of hands and feet
d. Listlessness
e. Hypotonic muscles

alexisweber49 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D, E
The behavior should be exhibited before 7 years of age. All other options are guidelines for diagnosis.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
Bluish coloration of a newborn's hands and feet is not an indication of disability.