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Developmental Disabilities: Practice Questions and Answers, Exams of Nursing

Valdosta State University (VSU)Nursing

A series of multiple-choice questions related to developmental disabilities, designed to test understanding and application of key concepts in the field. It covers topics such as teaching daily living skills, understanding specific disorders like cri du chat and down's syndrome, addressing sexuality, planning therapeutic recreation, and applying behavior modification techniques. The questions also explore the principles of normalization and inclusion for individuals with developmental disabilities, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals in psychology, special education, and related fields. Correct answers, facilitating self-assessment and knowledge reinforcement. It serves as a practical tool for exam preparation and enhancing comprehension of developmental disability concepts.

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2024/2025

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Developmental Disability test 2
Questions with Correct Answers
1. The Psych Tech is teaching an adolescent who is developmentally disabled how to
decide which clothes to wear each day. Which of the following should the client be
specifically taught to do?
a. Watch the weather report the night before.
b. Carry an umbrella if there is a chance of rain. - ANSWERSb
2. The Psych Tech is teaching an adolescent who is developmentally disabled how to
decide which clothes to wear each day. Which of the following should the client be
specifically taught to do?
a. Watch the weather report the night before
b. Do not wear sandals if the temperature is below 65 degrees - ANSWERSb
3. The Psych Tech is teaching the developmentally disabled child to dress herself.
Which of the following will help this child learn this skill?
a. Begin practicing with several types of clothing.
b. Practice this skill once each week.
c. Modify the clothes to include Velcro closures. - ANSWERSc
4. The parents report that their infant has been diagnosed with "Cri du chat" and need
information about the disorder. Which one is correct?
a. It is a chromosomal abnormality.
b. The children usually have a low-normal IQ.
c. A special diet will be required for about 10 years. - ANSWERSa
5. Which of the following is true about Down's syndrome?
a. It is caused by exposure of the mother to chromium-6 during pregnancy.
b. It is a disorder that affects only males.
c. It is the most common cause of mental retardation.
d. It is accompanied by defiant behavior. - ANSWERSc
6. The Psych Tech is to assist the developmentally disabled adult understand sexuality.
Which one is correct?
a. The pill does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases.
b. Sex partners should be limited to one at a time.
c. They don't have to accept unwanted sexual advances. - ANSWERSc
7. The Psych Tech is planning therapeutic recreation in an integrated setting for a group
of developmentally disabled teenagers. Which one is good?
a. Gathering in the activity room of the developmental center residence for bingo.
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Developmental Disability test 2

Questions with Correct Answers

  1. The Psych Tech is teaching an adolescent who is developmentally disabled how to decide which clothes to wear each day. Which of the following should the client be specifically taught to do? a. Watch the weather report the night before. b. Carry an umbrella if there is a chance of rain. - ANSWERSb
  2. The Psych Tech is teaching an adolescent who is developmentally disabled how to decide which clothes to wear each day. Which of the following should the client be specifically taught to do? a. Watch the weather report the night before b. Do not wear sandals if the temperature is below 65 degrees - ANSWERSb
  3. The Psych Tech is teaching the developmentally disabled child to dress herself. Which of the following will help this child learn this skill? a. Begin practicing with several types of clothing. b. Practice this skill once each week. c. Modify the clothes to include Velcro closures. - ANSWERSc
  4. The parents report that their infant has been diagnosed with "Cri du chat" and need information about the disorder. Which one is correct? a. It is a chromosomal abnormality. b. The children usually have a low-normal IQ. c. A special diet will be required for about 10 years. - ANSWERSa
  5. Which of the following is true about Down's syndrome? a. It is caused by exposure of the mother to chromium-6 during pregnancy. b. It is a disorder that affects only males. c. It is the most common cause of mental retardation. d. It is accompanied by defiant behavior. - ANSWERSc
  6. The Psych Tech is to assist the developmentally disabled adult understand sexuality. Which one is correct? a. The pill does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases. b. Sex partners should be limited to one at a time. c. They don't have to accept unwanted sexual advances. - ANSWERSc
  7. The Psych Tech is planning therapeutic recreation in an integrated setting for a group of developmentally disabled teenagers. Which one is good? a. Gathering in the activity room of the developmental center residence for bingo.

b. Attending a movie at the local public theater. - ANSWERSb

  1. The Psych Tech is giving instructions to a 12 year-old developmentally disabled client. Which of the following instructions will be most likely to produce the desired effect? a. "Don't talk during class." b. "Think about your actions before you do anything." c. "Color the flower blue." - ANSWERSc
  2. The mother has been taught to use the technique of "shaping" to help her son develop better study habits. a. Praise her son for spending 30 minutes studying today when he spent 20 minutes studying yesterday. b. In front of her son, praise her older daughter who studies - ANSWERSa
  3. The Psych Tech has been asked to offer suggestions to a teacher on how to reduce the social isolation of a developmentally disabled student. Which one is good? a. Students should choose an assignment from a list of possible choices. b. Students work in groups of 3 on a single report. - ANSWERSb
  4. The 8 year-old client with Fragile X is to mainstream in a 3rd grade public school class. The reason for this is which of the following? a. It allows the non-disabled students a chance to interact with someone unlike themselves. b. It will reduce the social isolation of the client. - ANSWERSb
  5. The Psych Tech is testing the abstract thinking of an adolescent who has Down's syndrome. Which of the following questions should be asked? a. What did you have for breakfast yesterday? b. What would you like to be when you grow up? c. How are a cookie and a cupcake alike? - ANSWERSc
  6. A 17 year-old boy brings home the family car fully gassed, washed and waxed. The father rewards him with a trip to the movies. This is an example of which of the following? a. Aggressive conditioning b. Passive conditioning c. Positive conditioning d. Assertive conditioning - ANSWERSc
  7. To decrease dependency on a primary reinforcer, the Psych Tech's most effective initial intervention would be... a. To pair a secondary reinforcer with the effective primary reinforcer. b. To offer the secondary reinforcer continually while excluding the primary reinforcer. - ANSWERSa

d. Guardian drives the person - ANSWERSc

  1. Which statement reflects the Psych Tech's awareness of normalization principles? a. "She doesn't have receptive language so guide her through the task." b. "She comprehends a few signs, so sign as she attempts the task." c. "She can't understand what you are trying to get her to do." - ANSWERSb
  2. Your client has paralysis of both legs and uses a wheelchair. Which recommendation would demonstrate understanding of normalization? a. "Let's see if we can get you an electric wheelchair." b. "Let's set up an account at the gym so you can strengthen your arms." - ANSWERSb
  3. When planning daily activities for clients with mental retardation, the best principle is a. planning a normalized day and assisting him to participate as much as his capabilities will allow b. utilizing the client's characteristics integrate him into routine activities emphasizing work chances - ANSWERSb