Which of the Following Statements Is True About Autism Spectrum

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about autism spectrum disorder?

• A) It is not a severe developmental disability and can be easily cured.
• B) It is marked by inattention, impulsiveness, and a low tolerance for frustration.
• C) It results in children wanting increased social contact.
• D) It usually appears in the first three years and typically continues throughout life.

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Definitions:

Ductus Venosus

A blood vessel that allows most of the blood to bypass the liver in the fetus.

Bypass

A medical procedure designed to reroute the flow of blood or other bodily fluids around blocked or damaged areas within arteries or other pathways.

Liver

A vital organ located in the upper right portion of the abdomen, involved in many critical functions including detoxification, protein synthesis, and production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.

Pneumocystis Carinii

A type of fungus that can cause pneumonia in individuals with weakened immune systems, known as Pneumocystis pneumonia.