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Published on: April 1, 2018
Assessment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
1Lanarkshire Primary Care NHS Trust.
Psychiatric services for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were improved by implementing nurse-led assessments and a dedicated clinic. This enhanced care efficiency, reducing wait times for all pediatric mental health patients.
Area of Science:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Nursing Practice
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Rising referrals for pediatric attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) assessments strain psychiatric resources.
- Extended wait times impact children with ADHD and other mental health conditions.
- Existing service models require optimization to meet demand.
Purpose of the Study:
- To improve the assessment and management of children with suspected ADHD.
- To alleviate workload pressures on psychiatric services.
- To enhance the utilization of clinical nurse specialists and nurse therapists.
Main Methods:
- Development of clinical guidelines for nurse-led ADHD assessments.
- Establishment of a dedicated active behaviour clinic for diagnosis and review.
- Integration of advanced nursing roles in pediatric mental healthcare.
Main Results:
- Improved service delivery for children diagnosed with ADHD.
- Increased availability of psychiatric time for non-ADHD related mental health cases.
- Enhanced efficiency in managing pediatric ADHD referrals.
Conclusions:
- Nurse-led initiatives can effectively manage increased demand for ADHD assessments.
- Dedicated clinics and specialized nursing roles optimize psychiatric service workloads.
- These developments improve patient flow and access to care for pediatric mental health services.
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