A speech and language problems resulting from a child contracting meningitis is an example of a(n) _______ communication disorder.
A)preventable
B)developmental
C)congenital
D)acquired

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Meningitis is an inflammatory disease that affects the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Contracting meningitis can lead to acquired communication disorders, which occur after the child has developed language and communication skills. This rules out choices A and B, which refer to disorders that occur before or during the development of language skills, respectively. Choice C, congenital communication disorders, are present at or before birth and are not caused by meningitis.

A Speech and Language Problems Resulting from a Child Contracting