Autism disorder is common and is invariably encountered by nurses providing care for children.Which of the following statements is correct concerning this disorder?

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Autism disorder is considered as a genetically determined disorder and is only rarely associated with non-genetic risk factors, such as maternal valproic acid use during pregnancy, congenital rubella, and cerebral palsy.Currently, multiple studies have linked autism spectrum disorders with atypical birth weight (high or low), low Apgar scores, hemolytic disease, hyperbilirubinemia (jaundice), respiratory distress, advanced parental age, length of gestation, and environmental factors (viruses), all of which may be subtle and complicated by the genetic influence.While frequently reported in the lay press, there has been no scientifically sound study which has linked autism with child vaccines.The disorder is believed to be associated with genetic factors.

Autism Disorder Is Common and Is Invariably Encountered by Nurses