What is the goal of therapeutic management for a child diagnosed with ADHD?
a. Administer stimulant medications.
b. Assess the child for other psychosocial disorders.
c. Correct nutritional imbalances.
d. Reduce the frequency and intensity of unsocialized behaviors.
D
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A 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.
B Children with ADHD may have other psychosocial or learning problems;
however, diagnosing these is not the primary goal.
C Interventions to correct nutritional imbalances are the primary focus of care for
eating disorders.
D The primary goal of therapeutic management for the child with ADHD is to
reduce the intensity and frequency of unsocialized behaviors.
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