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A nurse is assessing a child suspected of having autism. At what age does the nurse determine that the signs of autism initially may be evident?

ExplanationA. By 2 years of age the child should demonstrate an interest in others, communicate verbally, and possess the ability to learn from the environment. Before these skills develop, autism is difficult to diagnose. Usually by 3 years the signs of autism become more profound. B. Autism can be diagnosed long before this age. C, D. Infantile autism can occur at this age but is difficult to diagnose.