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This is a typical presentation of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Dexamethasone is a glucocorticoid medication. It is not typically used in the management of ADHD.
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Dexamethasone
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This is a typical presentation of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Haloperidol is a first-generation antipsychotic medication. It is not typically used in the management of ADHD.
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Haloperidol
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This is a typical presentation of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Diazepam is a benzodiazepine. Although it can be used to manage significant agitation, it is not typically used in the management of ADHD.
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Diazepam
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This is a typical presentation of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine. Although it can be used to manage significant agitation, it is not typically used in the management of ADHD.
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Lorazepam
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This is a typical presentation of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In order for a diagnosis of ADHD to be confirmed, symptoms such as inattention and restlessness must be present in more than 1 setting, as they are for this child (home and at school). Conservative management of ADHD includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), psychoeducation and extra school support. Medication is typically used if conservative options prove ineffective. These are stimulant medications such as methylphenidate or amphetamines. They work primarily in the frontal lobe, increasing executive function and attention, and reducing impulsivity.
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Methylphenidate
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Amphetamines
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Pharmacology of the Nervous System
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A 10 year old boy attends a community paediatric clinic with his mother. She describes her son as easily distractible and very fidgety. He often forgets to complete his homework, and can have trouble organising his belongings. More recently, he received a worrying report from his school teacher, describing concentration problems that can disrupt other students and impair his ability to complete tasks.

They discuss conservative management of the boy's symptoms, however these have already been trialled with limited results. Both mother and son are keen to try medication.

Given the likely diagnosis, which of the following medications can be prescribed to manage the boy's symptoms?
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