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ASD Autism Spectrum Disorder ExamQuestions and Answers
The primary area of the brain that is affected in those with ASD is the cerebellum. -
Answer-false
Benicio's son Javier has recently been referred for further evaluation with a suspected
diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. Javier can perform developmentally appropriate
tasks and activities of daily living but reacts so poorly to broken rules and unpleasant
sensory experiences that he can't calm down on his own. As the diagnostician, what
DSM-5 specification would you likely include as part of Javier's diagnosis? - Answer-
level 1
You are a preschool teacher, and one of your students has ASD. After lunch, you
usually take the class outside to play. What is something that the student with ASD is at
greater risk for during these play periods? - Answer-wandering off
Which symptom of autism did Leo Kanner use to distinguish autism from
schizophrenia? - Answer-profound desire for aloneness
When is a student with autism spectrum disorder most likely to demonstrate appropriate
behaviors? - Answer-in extremely structured and predictable situations
What sign, if present, in an infant may indicate the presence of autism spectrum
disorder? - Answer-delayed onset of babbling past 9 months
Many assistive devices that are used by those with ASD today use mobile technology. -
Answer-true
A mental health professional is meeting with a parent to discuss the evaluation process
for their four-year-old child who has displayed symptoms suggestive of ASD. The
clinician explains that the team will be relying on a tool known as the Autism Diagnostic
Observation Schedule (ADOS-2). The parent expresses doubt that their child can focus
on testing or sit still long enough to take a test. How could the clinician help the parent
better understand the situation? - Answer-Point out that the ADOS-2 is a play-based
assessment, so it will be well-suited to the child's needs.
One of the controversies surrounding the use of complementary and alternative
medicine (CAM) for individuals with autism spectrum disorder is that ______. - Answer-
CAM is not an evidence-based treatment, and families can only rely on case reports
and anecdotes to learn about their efficacy
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