A nurse is assessing a 10-year-old child who has an autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following findings are expected?

Choice A reason: Difficulties with spelling are associated with specific learning disorders rather than autism spectrum disorder. Choice B reason: Continuous rocking is a stereotypic, repetitive behavior commonly seen in children with autism spectrum disorder. These behaviors serve as self-stimulatory actions and are a defining characteristic of the disorder. Choice C reason: Memory difficulties are not a core feature of autism spectrum disorder and are more consistent with learning or cognitive disorders. Choice D reason: Difficulty reading instructions suggests a learning disorder or reading comprehension issue rather than a defining feature of autism spectrum disorder.