A nurse prepares to lead a discussion at a community health center regarding children's health. The nurse wants to use current terminology when teaching about these issues. Which terms are appropriate for the nurse to use? (Select all that apply.)

A) Mental retardation
B) Asperger's disorder
C) Autism spectrum disorder
D) Pervasive developmental disorder
E) Intellectual development disorder

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Rockman Karthik · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, E, Explanation :  Using dated terminology contributes to the stigma and misconceptions about mental illness. It's important for the nurse to use current terminology. The term mental retardation has been replaced with intellectual development disorder. The term autism spectrum disorder now encompasses Asperger's disorder and pervasive developmental disorder.

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