Psychopharmacology of ADHD
This continuing education activity is administered by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) as an Agency providing continuing education credit. Individuals who complete this program will be awarded 1.0 NAPNAP contact hours, of which 1.0 is pharmacology content/1.0 Psychopharmacology content/1.0 Controlled Substance content.
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Target Audience
Pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate commonly used psychopharmacologic agents for ADHD treatment by efficacy, side effect profile, pediatric FDA approval, and monitoring needs
- Develop treatment plans for children/adolescents with simple ADHD
- Distinguish side effects of medication used to treat ADHD from evolving/unmasking co-morbid conditions
Dawn Garzon Maaks, PhD, CPNP-PC, PMHS, FAANP, University of Portland School of Nursing
Available Credit
- 1.00 Contact hours