In Terms of the Level of Support That Will Be

question 8

Multiple Choice

In terms of the level of support that will be necessary for an autistic child, which factor is used as a predictor to determine the prognosis?

• A) Age of onset
• B) Severity of initial symptoms
• C) Rate of symptom progression
• D) IQ

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Definitions:

Cartilage

A flexible, connective tissue found in various forms throughout the body, including joints, ear, and nose.

Chondrocytes

Cartilage cells.

Blastocytes

An early stage of embryonic development in mammals, consisting of a hollow sphere of cells that implants in the uterine wall.

Acquired Aplastic Anemia

A condition where the body stops producing enough new blood cells due to damage to the bone marrow, often caused by exposure to chemicals, drugs, radiation, or certain diseases.