In Video Example 9

question 21

Multiple Choice

In Video Example 9.1,the mother's experience with the diagnosis of autism was typical in that

• A)the pediatrician had strong suspicions at the child's first well-baby visits in the first year after birth.
• B)she was completely blind-sided when the diagnosis was made.
• C)it took a while for professionals to finally arrive at the diagnosis.
• D)professionals,at first,thought her child might be deaf.

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Definitions:

Axillary Artery

A major artery located under the arm, providing blood supply to the upper limb and parts of the thoracic area.

Brachial Artery

A major blood vessel of the upper arm, responsible for supplying oxygenated blood to the arm and hand.

Radial Artery

A major artery in the forearm that supplies blood to the lateral aspect of the hand and is commonly used for checking the pulse.