Author Question: The parent of an 8-year-old says, My child is in constant motion and talks all the time. My child ... (Read 129 times)

Brittanyd9008 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The parent of an 8-year-old says, My child is in constant motion and talks all the time. My child isn't interested in toys, but is out of bed every morning before I am and into trouble. The child's problem is most consistent with

a. anxiety disorder.
b. Asperger's disorder.
c. pervasive developmental disorder.
d. ADHD.

Question 2

The nurse prepares to take vital signs for a patient experiencing mani

a. What is the nurse's best intervention when the patient's talking interferes with the assessment?
a. Use a voice volume louder than the patient's to say, Stop talking now.
b. Interrupt by saying, It's time to take your vital signs now.
c. Delay taking the vital signs until the patient is quieter.
d. Wait tolerantly for the patient to finish talking.

johnharpe · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
The excessive motion, distractibility, and excessive talkativeness are seen in ADHD. The behaviors presented in the scenario do not suggest the other possible choices. Developmental delays would be seen if pervasive developmental disorder or Asperger's disorder were present.

Answer to Question 2

B
There are times when the nurse must simply, calmly, and firmly interrupt a manic patient. Waiting is counterproductive. Yelling at the patient and delaying necessary assessments are inappropriate.