A Child Diagnosed with Severe Autism Spectrum Disorder Has the Nursing

question 20

Multiple Choice

A child diagnosed with severe autism spectrum disorder has the nursing diagnosis disturbed personal identity. Which outcome would best address this client diagnosis?

• A) The client will name own body parts as separate from others by day five.
• B) The client will establish a means of communicating personal needs by discharge.
• C) The client will initiate social interactions with caregivers by day four.
• D) The client will not harm self or others by discharge.

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