Autism Disorder Is Common and Is Invariably Encountered by Nurses

question 15

Multiple Choice

Autism disorder is common and is invariably encountered by nurses providing care for children.Which of the following statements is correct concerning this disorder?

• A)It is caused by maternal drug abuse especially cocaine during the in utero period.
• B)It is caused by child vaccines.
• C)It is considered as a genetically determined disorder.
• D)It is more common with children who had high Apgar scores as newborns.

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