Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
Assessment data for a 9-year-old reveals that she blurts out answers to questions before the question is completed, is unable to wait her turn, and persistently interrupts and intrudes in the conversations of others. The nurse would assess these behaviors as relating primarily to:
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Impulsivity. These behaviors, such as blurting out answers, inability to wait turn, and interrupting, are characteristic of impulsivity, a key symptom of ADHD. Impulsivity involves acting without thinking, making decisions quickly without considering consequences. This behavior is often seen in children with ADHD. Hyperreflexia (A) is a medical term referring to overactive reflexes, not related to the behavioral symptoms described. Defiance (B) typically involves refusing to comply with rules or authority figures, which is not the primary issue in this case. Inattention (C) relates to difficulty focusing or sustaining attention, not the impulsive behaviors described.