What is the goal of therapeutic management for a child diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) disorder?
a. Administer stimulant medications.
b. Assess the child for other psychosocial dis-orders.
c. Correct nutritional imbalances.
d. Reduce the frequency and intensity of unsocialized behaviors.
D
The primary goal of therapeutic management for the child with ADHD is to reduce the intensity and frequency of unsocialized behaviors. Although medications are effective in managing behaviors associated with ADHD, all families do not choose to give their child medication. Administering medication is not the primary goal. Children with ADHD may have other psychosocial or learning problems; however, diagnosing these is not the primary goal. Interventions to correct nutritional imbalances are the primary focus of care for eating disorders.
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