A Parent of a High School Student with High-Functioning ASD

question 49

Multiple Choice

A parent of a high school student with high-functioning ASD asks whether the child will ever be able to work. Which response by the nurse is best?

• A)"There are job training programs that assist adults with ASD."
• B)"Most adults with high-functioning ASD need to be supported by the state."
• C)"You should plan to provide care for your child for the rest of your life."
• D)"Individuals with high-functioning ASD usually grow out of the disorder."

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