Asked by Jacques Naugaus on Jun 11, 2024
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Which child demonstrates behaviors indicative of a neurodevelopmental disorder?
A) A 4-year-old who stuttered for 3 weeks after the birth of a sibling
B) A 9-month-old who does not eat vegetables and likes to be rocked
C) A 3-month-old who cries after feeding until burped and sucks a thumb
D) A 3-year-old who is mute, passive toward adults, and twirls while walking
Neurodevelopmental Disorder
A group of conditions that occur due to disruptions in brain development, affecting a child's behavior, memory, or ability to learn.
Mute
Unable or unwilling to speak, often due to emotional or physical conditions.
- Identify the signs and therapeutic approaches for prevalent mental and emotional conditions in pediatric patients.
Verified Answer
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esubalew yohannesJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Symptoms consistent with autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) are evident in the correct answer. ASD is one type of neurodevelopmental disorder. The behaviors of the other children are within normal ranges.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the signs and therapeutic approaches for prevalent mental and emotional conditions in pediatric patients.