There is limited evidence-based research, studies suggest that long-term outcomes of children with autism are improved with early identification and treatment. Using your knowledge of screening tools, community
health nurses should recognize that one of the most valid indicators of autism is concern from the parents about developmental delays in what age group?
A) Infants
B) Toddlers
C) Preschool-age children
D) School-age children
Question 2
The identification of parental age as a potential risk factor in autism raises the issue that lifetime exposure to environmental toxins might damage the sperm and the ovum. Using your knowledge of research findings, what is true about the risk of autism?
A) Increased by 30 if the father is older than 40 years
B) Increased by 30 if the mother was older than 35 years
C) Increased by 40 if the father is older than 35 years
D) Increased by 40 if the mother is older than 40 years
Some organisms used as models in genetic research
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Research Methods
The Head Start program was designed to increase the school readiness of low-income children.
Long division of polynomials
Effects associated with various blood levels of lead in children