This presentation is designed to provide nurse practitioners with the knowledge to effectively screen, diagnose, and treat adult patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Attendees will learn practical strategies for identifying adults with ADHD through screening and diagnostic processes using validated tools.

We will also explore evidence-based approaches for selecting the most appropriate medication for patients, considering factors like comorbid conditions such as anxiety and depression.

The session will also cover how to effectively monitor patients on ADHD medication, how to assess treatment efficacy, and when to make adjustments to optimize therapeutic outcomes.

Additionally, participants will be provided with valuable resources to support their ongoing practice and enhance patient education.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Understand the process of screening and diagnosing ADHD in adult patients.
• Identify how to choose the most appropriate medication based on individual patient needs taking into consideration comorbid conditions.
• Learn how to effectively monitor and adjust ADHD medication to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  

By the end of this presentation, nurse practitioners will feel more confident in their ability to manage adult patients with ADHD in primary care.

SPEAKERS:

Silvana Ferrara is a dedicated pharmacist with over 25 years of experience across retail and long-term care settings. Since 2018, she has served as an academic detailer with the Centre for Effective Practice (CEP), providing one-on-one educational visits to primary care physicians and nurse practitioners in the Hamilton-Niagara-Haldimand-Brant region.

Having effectively facilitated over 300 discussions on best practices, Silvana delivers objective, evidence-informed insights to enhance patient care. She remains committed to supporting the advancement of knowledge translation in primary care.
 
Trish Rawn is a pharmacist and an academic detailer with the Centre for Effective Practice (CEP). She is also the Clinical Service Director for the Academic Detailing service at CEP. She provides academic detailing services to Toronto and the North Simcoe Muskoka region. Trish is highly skilled in critical literature appraisal, academic detailer training, tool development, and interprofessional relationship building.