Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Practice Test

A child with which disorder is less likely to have a delay in cognitive development or daily living skills?

1. Down syndrome

2. Asperger disorder

3. Autism spectrum disorder

4. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

The correct answer is: Asperger disorder

The child with Asperger disorder is less likely to experience delays in cognitive development or daily living skills compared to the other disorders listed. Children with Asperger disorder, which falls under the autism spectrum, typically exhibit average or above-average intelligence and do not have significant impairments in everyday skills. They may struggle with social interactions and communication but often manage to develop cognitive abilities and daily living skills that are on par with their peers. In contrast, Down syndrome is associated with intellectual disability and can affect cognitive development significantly. Autism spectrum disorder can vary widely in terms of cognitive ability, but many children may experience deficits that impact both cognitive development and daily living skills. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) primarily affects attention and self-regulation, which can lead to challenges in executive functioning, but it does not inherently impair cognitive development the way the other disorders might. However, children with ADHD may face challenges that could indirectly affect their daily living skills. In summary, the characteristics of Asperger disorder enable these children to often keep pace with their peers regarding cognitive and daily living skills.