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ADHD Which NT play a role in the symptoms & treatment of ADHD? norepinephrine & dopamine. What diagnostic test must be obtained prior to prescribing stimulants? Must obtain a thorough health hx first Assess for cardiac disease and, if present, obtain an EKG Blood pressure, height, and weight...

ADHD Which NT play a role in the symptoms & treatment of ADHD? norepinephrine & dopamine. What diagnostic test must be obtained prior to prescribing stimulants? Must obtain a thorough health hx first Assess for cardiac disease and, if present, obtain an EKG Blood pressure, height, and weight should be monitored regularly Assess for bipolar disorder before treatment Hyperactivity Modulated by the prefrontal cortex (PFC): Hyperactivity Adults are not hyperactive but do report internal restlessness & difficulty sitting still. NE & DA are associated with the symptoms of inefficient information processing in the prefrontal circuits. Rather than deficiency, both are “Out of Tune.”