Diagnostic Criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for diagnosing ASD according to the ICD-10?

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Onset after the age of three

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Qualitative impairment in reciprocal social interaction

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Qualitative impairment in verbal and nonverbal communication

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Restricted and repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behaviour

Question 2

Which of the following is a common assessment tool used to diagnose ASD in children and adolescents?

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Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2)

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Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (VABS-3)

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Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V)

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Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test (PPVT-5)

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic associated with individuals with ASD?

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Exceptional intellectual abilities in all cases

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Difficulty understanding social cues

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Preference for routine and predictability

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Sensory sensitivities

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of diagnostic criteria for ASD?

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To provide a clear definition of the disorder and assist in accurate diagnosis, guiding treatment decisions and facilitating research into ASD

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To ensure that individuals with ASD receive the support they need

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To prevent misdiagnosis and over-diagnosis of ASD

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To categorize and label individuals with ASD

Question 5

How do the DSM-5 and ICD-10 diagnostic criteria for ASD differ?

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The criteria are essentially the same in both systems, with some minor variations in terminology and organization

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The DSM-5 has stricter criteria for diagnosing ASD than the ICD-10

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The ICD-10 has stricter criteria for diagnosing ASD than the DSM-5

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The DSM-5 and ICD-10 use completely different diagnostic criteria for ASD

Question 6

What should be the primary focus of healthcare professionals when working with individuals with ASD?

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Improving the individual's quality of life and well-being, and supporting their strengths and interests

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Treating the symptoms of ASD and ensuring that the individual meets societal expectations

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Curing the individual of ASD

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Protecting the individual from harm and exploitation

Question 7

Which of the following assessment tools is specifically designed to diagnose ASD in children and adolescents?

Accepted Answer

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2)

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Adult Asperger Assessment (AAA)

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Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS-2)

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Mullen Scales of Early Learning (MSEL)

Question 8

Which mental health conditions are commonly associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Anxiety Disorders

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Depression and Bipolar Disorder

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Schizophrenia and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

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Diabetes and Heart Disease

Question 9

What is a key advantage of using an interdisciplinary approach to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

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Reduces diagnostic bias

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Shortens the diagnostic process

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Eliminates the need for standardized diagnostic criteria

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Increases the risk of incorrect diagnosis

Question 10

According to the DSM-5, which of the following is a core diagnostic feature of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

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Impaired social communication and interaction

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Restrictive and repetitive behaviors

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Impaired language development

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Hyperactivity and attention difficulties

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a restricted and repetitive behavior that may be observed in ASD?

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Making eye contact with others

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Hand flapping

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Rocking back and forth

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Echoing words or phrases

Question 12

What is the typical age range for diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

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0-3 years old

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4-6 years old

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7-9 years old

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10-12 years old

Question 13

What is a specific challenge in diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in adults compared to children?

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Increased prevalence of comorbidities

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Earlier onset of symptoms

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Less severe symptoms

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a core diagnostic feature of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to the DSM-5 criteria?

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Significant impairment in intellectual functioning

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Persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts

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Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities

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Symptoms that are present in the early developmental period

Question 15

Which assessment tool is commonly used to confirm a diagnosis of ASD in children?

Accepted Answer

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS)

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Social Communication Questionnaire (SCQ)

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Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (VABS)

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Bilingual Autism Screening Instrument (BASI)

Question 16

What is one of the main purposes of the ADOS?

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To identify specific strengths and weaknesses in an individual's social communication and interaction skills

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To screen for potential cases of ASD

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To measure the severity of ASD symptoms

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To provide a comprehensive evaluation of cognitive and language abilities

Question 17

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), what is NOT a core feature of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

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Hyperactivity and impulsivity

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Persistent deficits in social communication and interaction

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Repetitive and restricted patterns of behavior

Question 18

Which of the following is a characteristic of restricted and repetitive behaviors in ASD?

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Stereotyped movements

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Difficulty in social interactions

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Delay in language development

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Hyperactivity

Question 19

According to the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10), which of the following is a required feature for a diagnosis of Autistic Disorder?

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Qualitative impairment in social interaction

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Delay in motor development

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Impairment in language comprehension

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Stereotyped movements

Question 20

Which of the following is a potential impact of an ASD diagnosis on an individual's life?

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Challenges in social relationships

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Improved academic performance

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Increased physical health

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Enhanced cognitive abilities

Question 21

Which of the following is a key consideration when interpreting the diagnostic criteria for ASD?

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Individual variability in symptoms and presentation

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The presence of certain symptoms automatically excludes an ASD diagnosis

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All individuals with ASD have the same set of symptoms.

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The severity of all symptoms must meet specific thresholds

Question 22

According to the DSM-5, which of the following is a core diagnostic criterion for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Accepted Answer

Impairments in social communication and interaction across multiple contexts

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Intellectual disability

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Flat or inappropriate affect

Question 23

Which assessment tool is specifically designed to evaluate social communication skills in children with suspected ASD?

Accepted Answer

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2)

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Raven's Progressive Matrices

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Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales

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Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Fifth Edition (WISC-V)

Question 24

Which of the following can be considered a limitation of the diagnostic criteria for ASD?

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Subjectivity in interpretation of criteria

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Universal applicability

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Strong scientific basis