ADHD visits focus on structured screening, baseline cardiac safety (if meds are considered), and proper patient onboarding. The goal is to gather accurate data so the provider can make a confident clinical decision.

 

📚 Resources Needed

 

🚀 Tips & Workflow Standards

  • ADHD visits are data-driven → do not skip forms
  • The ASRS is a screening tool, not a diagnosis
  • Part A = screening trigger, Part B (page 2) = deeper clinical context
  • Prep EKG for baseline before stimulant consideration

 

📘 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Identify ADHD Visit

  • Review schedule in Besa EHR
  • Common reasons:
    • “ADHD evaluation”
    • “Focus issues”
    • “Trouble concentrating”

2. Prepare Documentation

🚨Instructions to patient:

  • Answer based on the last 6 months
  • Select frequency (Never → Very Often)
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3. Perform EKG (If Ordered / Standard Protocol)

  • Prepare patient:
    • Take them to the procedure room
    • Have them take off their shirt and wear a disposable black gown
    • Expose chest area as appropriate
    • Clean skin with alcohol wipes
  • Apply leads correctly
  • Run EKG. Review this article on how to use EKG if need be. 

⚠️Your involvement in this will vary. At minumum, you should load the Patient informaiton, instruct them on removing clothes / what to change into, attach the leads and ask provider what is needed. 

 

4. Room Turnover

⚠️ Critical Reminders & Important Information

  • Do NOT skip ASRS → this drives the entire visit
  • ASRS ≠ diagnosis → supports provider decision-making
  • The ASRS has 18 total questions
  • It helps the provider explore severity, not just screening
  • EKG Establishes baseline cardiac status before stimulant me


📞 Support

If patient is confused about questionnaire or EKG setup, assist immediately—do not let delays carry into provider time.