The Parents of a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder Ask

question 11

Multiple Choice

The parents of a child with autism spectrum disorder ask you for advice on the best treatment to eliminate the child's repetitive behaviors and improve his ability to verbalize. What is the best advice?

• A) Drug treatment has been the most effective approach for both symptoms.
• B) No treatment has been very effective for these symptoms.
• C) Behavior modification has been used effectively for both symptoms.
• D) Behavior modification has been used effectively to reduce repetitive behaviors, but nothing has been effective in improving verbalization.

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Definitions:

Total Metabolic Rate

The total amount of energy expended by an organism in a given time period to maintain all bodily functions while at rest.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions such as breathing and keeping warm.

Body Mass Index

A measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women, used to classify underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obesity.

Metabolic Rate

Metabolic Rate is the rate at which an organism's body consumes energy, crucial for determining the amount of food energy it needs to maintain its body functions.