In Planning Care for a Child Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum

question 4

Multiple Choice

In planning care for a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, which would be a realistic client outcome?

• A) The client will communicate all needs verbally by discharge.
• B) The client will participate with peers in a team sport by day four.
• C) The client will establish trust with at least one caregiver by day five.
• D) The client will perform most self-care tasks independently.

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Definitions:

Constructivism

A theory of learning that emphasizes the role of individuals in constructing their own understanding and knowledge of the world, through experiencing things and reflecting on those experiences.

Critical Realist

An advocate or adherent of critical realism, a philosophical approach that believes the nature of reality is independent of human thoughts and beliefs but that our understanding of it is socially constructed.

Accuracy of Personality Judgments

The degree to which assessments or perceptions of others' personalities are consistent with their actual behavior and self-reports.