Autism Signs

The parents of a 3 ½ -year-old who has just been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are upset and feeling guilty because they believe they may have caused this to happen. Which of the following statements by the nurse best address their concerns?

The parents of a child with autism talk with a nurse about their feelings of being overwhelmed in caring for their child. They state that they do not get a break from their child, the child’s needs are almost more than they can handle, and they are considering divorce. Which of the following initial responses from the nurse is most appropriate?

A 12-year-old with autism spectrum disorder has just been admitted with possible appendicitis. Which of the following nursing interventions would be most appropriate for helping the child cope with the stress associated with hospitalization? Select all that apply.

A 12-year-old with autism spectrum disorder has just been admitted with possible appendicitis. Which of the following nursing interventions would be most appropriate for helping the child cope with the stress associated with hospitalization? Select all that apply.

The nurse knows that which of the following would be considered a sign of abnormal social interactions? Select all that apply.

The parents of a 3 ½ -year-old who has just been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are upset and feeling guilty because they believe they may have caused this to happen. Which of the following statements by the nurse best address their concerns?

The nurse is performing a developmental assessment of a 20-month-old and knows to be concerned when the child has not done which of the following?

The nurse is completing a developmental assessment on a 3-year-old, with a history of motor development delay and the child is reluctant to engage with the nurse and is repetitively stacking and lining up blocks. The nurse suspects which of the following diagnosis?