Autism Flashcards

1
Q

As of 2014 how common is autism in the US?

Is there a difference between boys and girls?

A

1/68

Yes; ~5x MC in boys

As of 2014 CDC estimated 1 in 42 boys have autism and 1 in 189 girls

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2
Q

When does the American academy of pediatrics (AAP) recommend we start screening for autism

A

18-24 months

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3
Q

What is the M-chat?

A

Modified checklist for autism in toddlers

Scientifically validated tool for screening children between 16-30 months - assesses risk of ASD

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4
Q

True or false; parents fill out M-chat

A

true

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Does your child take interest in other children
Does your child use their index finger to point to things
Does your child ever bring objects to show you
Does your child imitate you
Does your child respond to their name
Does your child look at things you point at

What are these questions?

A

The “Best 7” questions on M-chat

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How do you interpret the Best 7 questions on M-Chat

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If 2 or more answers are yes than high risk of ASD

If fewer than 2 low risk ASD

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Autism and Asperger’s syndrome share common characteristics but one aspect differentiates Asperger’s, what is it?

A

Language development - autistic children typically struggle with language development while Asperger’s often grasp language quickly

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