Question

Which characteristics must be identified in the child’s behavior before central nervous system stimulants are indicated? Select all that apply.
__ Lack of ability to control impulses
__ Symptoms lasting at least 6 months
__ Short attention span for the child's age

Answer 1

Answer:

The complete question would be A 6-year-old patient is being evaluated for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which characteristics must be identified in the child's behavior before the central nervous system stimulants are indicated? Select all that apply.

All the options apply.

Explanation:

A child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder has short attention spam, one of the reasons for this is due to the lack of control over impulses. They act according to these impulses and do not care for the consequences. The symptoms can last a minimum of six months or more.