A Parent States,"I Think My Child May Be Autistic

question 14

Multiple Choice

A parent states,"I think my child may be autistic.Where can I take him for genetic testing to find out?" How should the nurse respond?

• A)"There is no test available for ASD."
• B)"Testing is only available in large teaching hospitals."
• C)"Most state health departments can provide this testing."
• D)"The test is available in most physician offices."

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