A nurse is planning care for a school-age child who has autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?

A. Stay with the child for long periods of time. Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often have difficulties with social interactions and can become overstimulated easily. Staying with the child for long periods may increase anxiety and overstimulation.B. Give the child three options when making choices. Children with ASD may have difficulty processing multiple choices and can become overwhelmed. Providing too many options can lead to confusion and frustration. A more effective strategy is to offer limited choices, ideally two, to simplify decision-making.C. Explain procedures in detail to the child. While it's important to explain procedures to all children, those with ASD may find detailed explanations overwhelming. They often benefit from simple, clear, and concise instructions paired with visual supports.D. Introduce the child to new situations slowly. Correct. Children with ASD often struggle with changes in routine and new situations. Introducing changes slowly helps them adjust gradually and reduces anxiety and behavioural issues.