Question

A 5-year-old boy is brought by his parents concerned about speech delay. He uses about 20 single words and rarely combines them. He follows simple commands and has good eye contact. Hearing screen is normal. Which is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Refer for formal speech and language assessment and early intervention

Answer

Reassure and review at school entry

Answer

Order brain MRI

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Start stimulant medication

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Diagnose autism spectrum disorder

Practice question

A 5-year-old boy is brought by his parents concerned about speech delay. He uses about 20 single words and rarely combines them. He follows simple commands and has good eye contact. Hearing screen is normal. Which is the most appropriate next step?