A Child Has Been Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder

question 27

Multiple Choice

A child has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.The distraught mother cries out,"I'm such a terrible mother.What did I do to cause this?" Which nursing reply is most appropriate?

• A)"Researchers really don't know what causes autistic disorder,but the relationship between autistic disorder and fetal alcohol syndrome is being explored."
• B)"Poor parenting doesn't cause autism.Research has shown that abnormalities in brain structure and/or function are to blame.This is beyond your control."
• C)"Research has shown that the mother appears to play a greater role in the development of this disorder than does the father."
• D)"Lack of early infant bonding with the mother has shown to be a cause of autistic disorder.Did you breastfeed or bottle-feed?"

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Definitions:

Random Assignment

A method used in experiments to allocate participants to different groups using randomization, ensuring each participant has an equal chance of being placed in any group.

Random Sampling

A method of selecting a sample from a population where each member has an equal chance of being chosen.

Gender Similarities

The perspective that emphasizes the similarities rather than differences between genders in various psychological traits and behaviors.

Psychological Differences

Variations in mental processes or behaviors among individuals due to various factors such as genetics, environment, or experiences.