DFO Set Ten Flashcards

1
Q

People with Down syndrome have specific physical features. Name four of these

A
Thick neck
Almond eyes
Flat features/profile
Short fingers
Weak tongue/tongue that sticks out of the mouth
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2
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The life expectancy once diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy is 2-5 years.

A

False

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3
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Intellectual Disability according to Aitchison and Dirette (2012) is considered a lifelong condition.

A

True

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4
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According to Eriksons Psychosocial stages the 3rd year though to 5 years is the Trust Vs Mistrust phase.

A

False

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5
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According to MOHO the volitional subsystem includes, personal causation, roles and interests.

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False

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6
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Briefly Define Developmental Disorder.

A

One of several disorders that interrupt normal development in childhood. They may affect a single area of development (specific developmental disorders) or several areas (pervasive developmental disorders)

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7
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The term intrapartum means occurring during labor or delivery.

A

True

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8
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Name three intrapartum events that could lead to a developmental disorder

A

Infection
Maternal hypotension
Asphyxia
Prolapsed umbilical cord

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9
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Identify and explain two sensory issues may interfere with Mark’s ability to join in with his peers in the game of table tennis.

A

Oversensitive to sounds such as other children talking, or sound of the ball bouncing
Under-sensitivity to sensation of bat being held, may lead to poor coordination

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10
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Identify and briefly describe the health condition of cerebral palsy.

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Group of disorders involving the brain and nervous system functions, e.g. movement, learning, hearing, seeing, or thinking. There are several different types of cerebral palsy, including ataxic, dyskinetic, spastic, or mixed

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11
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Briefly describe the aetiology of Down Syndrome

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A chromosomal condition caused by the presence of part or all of a 3rd copy of the chromosome 21

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12
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What are two risk factors for having a child with Down Syndrome?

A

Advanced maternal age

Already having had a child with Down Syndrome

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13
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List two risk factors for developing Intellectual Disability

A

Maternal alcohol use

Premature birth

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14
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What from our physical and social environment are four basic needs to ensure a safe and nurturing environment?

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Socialisation/relationship formation, stimulation, shelter, functional, nutrition, safety

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15
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What is a potential coexisting condition for Down Syndrome?

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Heart defects, e.g. Congenital Heart Disease

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16
Q

Identify and explain three ways challenges in comprehension is seen in children with autism.

A

Difficulty understanding nonverbal cues
Difficulty responding to questions or comments
Echoing back speaker’s words rather than showing comprehension

17
Q

Briefly describe the pathology of ASD

A

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) represent complex neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by impairments in reciprocal social interactions, abnormal development and use of language, and monotonously repetitive behaviours.