The school nurse is meeting with a child and his parents. The child was recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). What is an appropriate goal for this first meeting?

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1. A first session should include education about symptoms, the impact on functioning, and possible therapies. The first session should not be focused on predetermined behavioral objectives; over the long term, the nurse should focus on how patient needs can be articulated and addressed as specific, realistic, and measurable goals for the patient's care and include the patient in developing them. Theories on the causes of ASD examine various possible etiologies but definitive causes are still not determined. A psychopharmacologist or child psychiatrist should be considered to assess the appropriate medication regimen.

The School Nurse Is Meeting with a Child and His