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renzo156

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A child with autism is hospitalized with asthma. The nurse should plan care so that the:
 
  a. Parents' expectations are met.
  b. Child's routine habits and preferences are maintained.
  c. Child is supported through the autistic crisis.
  d. Parents need not be at the hospital.

Question 2

A nurse is providing a parent information regarding autism. Which statement made by the parent indicates understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. Autism is characterized by periods of remission and exacerbation.
  b. The onset of autism usually occurs before 3 years of age.
  c. Children with autism have imitation and gesturing skills.
  d. Autism can be treated effectively with medication.



Leostella20

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Children with autism are often unable to tolerate even slight changes in routine. The child's routine habits and preferences are important to maintain. Focus of care is on the child's needs rather than on the parent's desires. Autism is a lifelong condition. The presence of the parents is almost always required when an autistic child is hospitalized.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The onset of autism usually occurs before 3 years of age. Autism does not have periods of remission and exacerbation. Autistic children lack imitative skills. Medications are of limited use in children with autism.



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