Autism Flashcards
Recent research reveals that the cause of autism may be genetic environmental, or a combination of both. True or false.
TRUE
The current evidence reflects that a child is at risk of developing autism if the mother smoked tobacco and/or drank alcohol during the pregnancy. True or false.
FALSE
What prenatal factors, supported by current research, are related to an increase risk of a child having autism disorder? Select all that apply.
Maternal diabetes in pregnancy
Delivery at 42 weeks gestation
Maternal TDaP vaccination during pregnancy
Paternal age greater than 40 at conception
Prenatal exposure to air pollutants
- Maternal diabetes in pregnancy
- Paternal age greater than 40 at conception
- Prenatal exposure to air pollutants
1/3 of people with autism spectrum disorder are non verbal. True or false?.
TRUE
All people who have been diagnosed with autism also have intellectual disability. True or false.
False
approximately 44% of people with autism have average or above average intelligence.
What is the average age of diagnosis of autism in a child?
3 - 4 years
The average age of diagnosis is at 3 years and 10 months
At what age is screening for autism recommended by the CDC and American Academy of Pediatricians?
18 months!
Please indicate what M-CHAT-R stands for.
Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised
Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised
Please indicate what M-CHAT-R stands for.
True
The M-CHAT-R and M-CHAT-R/F is one of the most widely used and studied screening tools for ASD. The M-CHAT-R consists of 20 yes/no questions for parents or caregivers that can be filled between 16 and 30 months of age.
The M-CHAT-R is a diagnostic tool that health care providers administer to children to detect autism. True or false.
True
The M-CHAT-R and M-CHAT-R/F is one of the most widely used and studied screening tools for ASD. The M-CHAT-R consists of 20 yes/no questions for parents or caregivers that can be filled between 16 and 30 months of age.
What other health care concerns are common in children with autism? Select all that apply.
depression anxiety seizure disorder ADHD allergies sleep disturbances gastrointestinal disturbance
ALL APPLY!!
depression anxiety seizure disorder ADHD allergies sleep disturbances gastrointestinal disturbance
If treatment interventions are started before the age of 4, the research suggests that the child is more likely to have decreased severity scores, increased IQ scores, and improved adaptive skills. True or false.
TRUE
Behavioral and communication therapies for autism are the standard recommended treatments for the disorder and should be started as soon as possible. However, intensive behavioral therapy for autism, lasting 25-40 hours per week for 1-3 years, costs between $40,000 an $60,000 per year per child. True or false.
TRUE
What medication is FDA approved to use for the symptoms of autism in children?
Risperidone
What concept is the highest priority when caring for a child with autism in the hospital?
SAFETY!
With early intervention, most adults with autism are able to lead independent lives. True or false.
FALSE!
