A parent of a high school student with high-functioning ASD asks whether the child will ever be able to work. Which response by the nurse is best?
A)"There are job training programs that assist adults with ASD."
B)"Most adults with high-functioning ASD need to be supported by the state."
C)"You should plan to provide care for your child for the rest of your life."
D)"Individuals with high-functioning ASD usually grow out of the disorder."

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A)Many communities provide job training and supervised work programs for adults with ASD. Although some adult patients with ASD do reside in group living environments, many live independently or with their parents. Many adults with ASD who cannot function independently or whose family can no longer provide care for them receive government subsidies, but there is no indication that this is the case for this client. It is incorrect to state that people can "grow out of" ASD.
B)Many communities provide job training and supervised work programs for adults with ASD. Although some adult patients with ASD do reside in group living environments, many live independently or with their parents. Many adults with ASD who cannot function independently or whose family can no longer provide care for them receive government subsidies, but there is no indication that this is the case for this client. It is incorrect to state that people can "grow out of" ASD.
C)Many communities provide job training and supervised work programs for adults with ASD. Although some adult patients with ASD do reside in group living environments, many live independently or with their parents. Many adults with ASD who cannot function independently or whose family can no longer provide care for them receive government subsidies, but there is no indication that this is the case for this client. It is incorrect to state that people can "grow out of" ASD.
D)Many communities provide job training and supervised work programs for adults with ASD. Although some adult patients with ASD do reside in group living environments, many live independently or with their parents. Many adults with ASD who cannot function independently or whose family can no longer provide care for them receive government subsidies, but there is no indication that this is the case for this client. It is incorrect to state that people can "grow out of" ASD.

A Parent of a High School Student with High-Functioning ASD