Question

a nurse is collecting data an adolescent client who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd). which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find?

• difficulty maintaining sustained attention
• difficulty using words in context
• difficulty in acquiring reading skills
• difficulty performing self - grooming activities

Explanation:

ADHD (Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is characterized by problems with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. One of the key manifestations related to attention is difficulty maintaining sustained attention. Difficulty using words in context is more related to language - based learning disorders or semantic disorders. Difficulty in acquiring reading skills is associated with dyslexia. Difficulty performing self - grooming activities is more related to developmental or motor - skill - related issues rather than ADHD. So the correct manifestation for ADHD is difficulty maintaining sustained attention.

Answer:

Difficulty maintaining sustained attention