NU553 Unit 3 ADHD Advanced
Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics
Exam 2 UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
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prepare for Board Certification. - CORRECT ANSWER Ok!
Minimum ADHD symptoms under age 17? - CORRECT ANSWER Six
Minimum ADHD symptoms age 17 or older? - CORRECT ANSWER Five
ADHD symptoms must start before what age? - CORRECT ANSWER 12 years
ADHD symptoms must be present in how many settings? - CORRECT ANSWER Two settings
Key brain regions in ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Prefrontal cortex caudate cerebellum
Primary neurotransmitter ADHD reward and attention? - CORRECT ANSWER Dopamine
Role of norepinephrine ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Improves signal to noise focus
Hyperactivity in adults becomes what? - CORRECT ANSWER Internal restlessness
Inattention symptoms include what? - CORRECT ANSWER Poor organization time management
missed deadlines
, Methylphenidate mechanism? - CORRECT ANSWER Blocks norepinephrine and dopamine
reuptake
Amphetamine mechanism? - CORRECT ANSWER Blocks reuptake and increases release of
norepinephrine and dopamine
First line severe ADHD age 4 to 5? - CORRECT ANSWER Methylphenidate
Why lisdexamfetamine less abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER Prodrug activation required
Best ADHD drug with substance use history? - CORRECT ANSWER Atomoxetine
Atomoxetine mechanism? - CORRECT ANSWER Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibition
Atomoxetine interaction concern? - CORRECT ANSWER CYP2D6 inhibitors increase levels
Atomoxetine boxed warning? - CORRECT ANSWER Suicidal ideation
Alpha 2 agonists role ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Tics aggression sleep
Guanfacine vs clonidine? - CORRECT ANSWER Less sedation more selective
Bupropion contraindication? - CORRECT ANSWER Seizure or eating disorder
Bupropion role ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Third line option
Stimulant onset? - CORRECT ANSWER Same day
Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics
Exam 2 UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Please check out my other flash card decks for help with your exams in Purdue Globals NU553 and
prepare for Board Certification. - CORRECT ANSWER Ok!
Minimum ADHD symptoms under age 17? - CORRECT ANSWER Six
Minimum ADHD symptoms age 17 or older? - CORRECT ANSWER Five
ADHD symptoms must start before what age? - CORRECT ANSWER 12 years
ADHD symptoms must be present in how many settings? - CORRECT ANSWER Two settings
Key brain regions in ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Prefrontal cortex caudate cerebellum
Primary neurotransmitter ADHD reward and attention? - CORRECT ANSWER Dopamine
Role of norepinephrine ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Improves signal to noise focus
Hyperactivity in adults becomes what? - CORRECT ANSWER Internal restlessness
Inattention symptoms include what? - CORRECT ANSWER Poor organization time management
missed deadlines
, Methylphenidate mechanism? - CORRECT ANSWER Blocks norepinephrine and dopamine
reuptake
Amphetamine mechanism? - CORRECT ANSWER Blocks reuptake and increases release of
norepinephrine and dopamine
First line severe ADHD age 4 to 5? - CORRECT ANSWER Methylphenidate
Why lisdexamfetamine less abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER Prodrug activation required
Best ADHD drug with substance use history? - CORRECT ANSWER Atomoxetine
Atomoxetine mechanism? - CORRECT ANSWER Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibition
Atomoxetine interaction concern? - CORRECT ANSWER CYP2D6 inhibitors increase levels
Atomoxetine boxed warning? - CORRECT ANSWER Suicidal ideation
Alpha 2 agonists role ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Tics aggression sleep
Guanfacine vs clonidine? - CORRECT ANSWER Less sedation more selective
Bupropion contraindication? - CORRECT ANSWER Seizure or eating disorder
Bupropion role ADHD? - CORRECT ANSWER Third line option
Stimulant onset? - CORRECT ANSWER Same day
