The Parent of a Toddler Is Concerned That the Child

question 1

Multiple Choice

The parent of a toddler is concerned that the child may have autism. The
primary care pediatric nurse practitioner completes a Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M­CHAT) tool, which indicates several areas of concern. What will the nurse practitioner do?

• A) Administer a Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS) in the clinic.
• B) Consult a specialist to determine appropriate early intervention strategies.
• C) Refer the child to a behavioral specialist for further evaluation.
• D) Tell the parent that this result indicates that the child has autism.

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