Autism spectrum disorder Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 3-year-old boy is brought to the pediatrician by his parent for a well-child examination. The parent expresses concern for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) due to a nephew having recently been diagnosed with ASD and the patient having many similar behaviors to his cousin. The child was born at 34 weeks’ gestation and spent two weeks in the neonatal intensive care unit before discharging home. He has no chronic medical condition and does not take any medication. Vital signs are within normal limits. A comprehensive neurodevelopmental evaluation is arranged to further evaluate for ASD. Which of the following sets of features would be most consistent with this diagnosis?

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Hand flapping

Indifference to changes in routine

Limited eye contact

Vertical nystagmus

Indifference to pain

Frequent eye contact

Echolalia

Child checks in with caregivers often

Casual interest in many subjects

Hypersensitivity to texture

Body rocking

Empathy for peers

Echolalia

Poor eye contact

Indifference to temperature

Hypersensitivity to light

Monotone voice

Use of pincer grasp