NUR158 - Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) (1.0 HR)
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) occurs in around 4.4% of U.S. adults. While there is plenty of historical documentation for the disorder, the cause is unknown. This course will help health care workers understand the symptomology and treatment of ADHD, especially in the adult population.
Purpose: The participant will have enhanced knowledge of ADHD disorder in children, adolescents, and adults.
Objectives:
- Discuss ADHD in children and adolescents;
- Identify three types of ADHD in children and adolescents and symptoms for each;
- Discuss treatment options for ADHD in children and adolescents;
- Discuss ADHD in adults;
- Identify symptoms associated with adult ADHD;
- Explore treatment practices for adult ADHD.
Continuing Education Credits: 1.0 contact hours Iowa BON #335; 1.0 contact hours CA Board of Nursing CEP 14033; 1.0 contact hours CE Broker # 50-4572 Florida and District of Columbia; 1.0 contact hours for Social Work State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 159.001315; 1.0 contact hours for Physical Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 216.000284; 1.0 contact hours for Occupational Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 224.000164; 1.0 CE hours for certified nursing assistants; long term care department heads; and other health care disciplines.