Drug Treatment for ADHD

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has received a lot of media coverage in the past ten years. One of the things most misunderstood about the disorder is the treatment. Children (and adults) afflicted with ADHD are often treated with stimulant drugs. Parents are often hesitant about giving their children these stimulant medications. Treating hyperactivity with a drug that increases activity appears paradoxical.

Using the Argosy University online library resources, find at least two peer-reviewed journal articles that explain the effect of stimulant drugs (such as Adderall or Ritalin—amphetamine or methylphenidate) on the brains of those with ADHD.

If a regression analysis was to be completed on body mass index (BMI), what could be an independent variable in that analysis? Why? If we could, what other independent variables should be included in the analysis? What statistic(s) would show the value of that regression in understanding BMI?

Alternatively, find an article that uses regression analysis to study a medical concern. In that study, what was the dependent variable and what were the independent variable(s)?  Further, how would you use this study to highlight the difference between correlations and causation?

references: added 

  

In 500 word minimum, summarize and reflect on the process of creating a unit plan in English language arts. How does your unit plan help students successfully apply their developing skills to different situations, materials, and ideas? ( Must mention in the reflection components of the lesson plan I created – Please mention 2 activities mentioned above and how it helped children in developing skills such as comprehension , writing, speaking, listening, key details etc – has to be specific to my lesson unit so reading prior to writing is a must).

What challenges did you face when trying to meet the developmental needs of all students (catering to all levels – below, at level, or above)? 

How can family and community support the instruction and selected instructional strategies? (Please mention an letter of introduction of unit being sent home to family with at home activities that can be done with child to extend learning at home).

 

Discuss strategies for promoting effective teamwork among culturally diverse or multigenerational teams.  

this discussion requires one reference from a peer-reviewed NURSING journal less than 5 y/o from database and not from Internet as well as a reference from the course textbook.  

BlaisK.K., & Hayes, J. (2016). Professional nursing practice: Concepts and perspectives (7th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.

 

ISBN: 978013380131

Professional, governmental, or educational organizations (.org, .gov, or .edu) may be used as supplemental references.

APA format required. 

Need 2 nursing post done. Please make sure you answer every question.

Requirements (FOR EACH POST****)

· 350 words min

· 1 scholarly source *less than 5 years*

· APA format

POST 1

Ms. Blake is an older adult with diabetes and has been too ill to get out of bed for 2 days. She has had a severe cough and has been unable to eat or drink during this time. She has a history of Type I diabetes. On admission her laboratory values show:

Sodium (Na+)

156 mEq/L

Potassium (K+)

4.0 mEq/L

Chloride (Cl–)

115 mEq/L

Arterial blood gases (ABGs)

pH- 7.30; Pco2-40; Po2-70; HCO3-20

Normal values

Sodium (Na+)

136-146 mEq/L

Potassium (K+)

3.5-5.1 mEq/L

Chloride (Cl–)

98-106 mEq/L

Arterial blood gases (ABGs)

pH- 7.35-7.45

Pco2- 35-45 mmHg

Po2-80-100 mmHg

HCO3–22-28 mEq/L

1. What is the etiology of Diabetic Ketoacidosis?

2. Describe the pathophysiological process of Diabetic Ketoacidosis.

3. Identify the hallmark symptoms of Diabetic Ketoacidosis.

4. Identify any abnormal lab results provided in the case and explain why these would be abnormal given the patient’s condition.

5. What teaching would you provide this patient to avoid Diabetic Ketoacidosis symptoms?

POST 2

A three-month-old baby boy comes into your clinic with the main complaint that he frequently vomits after eating. He often has a swollen upper belly after feeding and acts fussy all the time. According to his parents, the vomiting has become more frequent this past week and he is beginning to lose weight. After careful history taking, a thorough physical exam and diagnostic work-up, the patient is diagnosed with pyloric stenosis.

1. What is the etiology of pyloric stenosis?

2. Describe in detail the pathophysiological process of pyloric stenosis.

3. Identify hallmark signs identified from the physical exam and presenting symptoms. What diagnostic tests would help to confirm the diagnosis of pyloric stenosis?

4. Describe the pathophysiology of complications of pyloric stenosis.

5. What teaching would you provide this patient/parents regarding pyloric stenosis?