A pediatric nurse admits a child who has a history of ADHD. The nurse is aware that ADHD may display as:
a. poor coordination and abnormal electroencephalogram (EEG).
b. abnormal EEG and decrease in intelligence.
c. minimal brain dysfunction and marked decrease in intelligence.
d. developmental delay and poor coordination.
ANS: A
Diagnostic manifestations of ADHD include poor coordination and an abnormal electroencephalogram.
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