A Pervasive Developmental Disorder That Involves the Loss of Previously

question 92

Multiple Choice

A pervasive developmental disorder that involves the loss of previously acquired skills and abnormal functioning following a period of normal development during the first two years of
Life is ______.

• A) Rett's disorder
• B) Asperger's disorder
• C) childhood disintegrative disorder
• D) autism

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Definitions:

Clinical Decision-Making

The process by which healthcare providers make choices about the care of patients, based on clinical evidence and patient information.

Diagnostic Conclusions

The results or findings reached after a thorough examination of the available data and tests, determining the nature of a patient's illness or condition.

Collecting Information

The process of gathering data or facts from varied sources, such as through observation, interviews, or research, for the purpose of analysis and decision-making.

Critical Thinking

Involves the objective evaluation and formulation of arguments based on the assessment of facts and logic, instead of subjective opinion or biases.