Disability etiquette Flashcards
True or False: You should begin with people-first language.
TRUE
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Which of the following is a respectful way to describe someone with dyslexia? A. A dyslexic person B. A person with a learning disability C. A person with dyslexia D. A person with reading difficulties
B. A person with a learning disability
True or False: When in doubt about language or anything, you should ask.
TRUE
Should you shake a person’s hand, if they are able? A. Yes B. No
A. Yes
True or False: You should talk to the disabled person, not to their assistant or animal.
TRUE
Which of the following is the BEST reason to avoid touching or moving a person’s wheelchair or other assistive devices without permission? A. It might be uncomfortable for them. B. It could be dangerous. C. Assistive devices are considered an extension of the person’s body. D. It might be dirty.
C. Assistive devices are considered an extension of the person’s body.
True or False: You should ask permission to offer assistance to a disabled person.
TRUE
If a blind person asks you to lead them, what should you do? A. Grab their arm B. Offer your arm C. Hold their hand D. Walk in front of them
B. Offer your arm
True or False: You should ask a person in a wheelchair if they prefer you sit or stand when talking to them.
TRUE
Which of the following should you NOT do when interacting with a disabled person? A. Assume someone wants your help B. Ask permission to offer assistance C. Follow their lead about discussing their disability D. Be patient
A. Assume someone wants your help
True or False: You should not grab a blind person to guide them — let them take your arm.
TRUE
Which of the following should you NOT do when interacting with a disabled person? A. Talk to their assistant instead of to them B. Shake their hand if they are able C. Ask permission to offer assistance D. Be patient
A. Talk to their assistant instead of to them
True or False: You should not ask personal or medical questions, unless invited to.
TRUE
What is the BEST course of action to take if you are talking with someone who has a speech disability and you do not understand what they have just said? A. Pretend you understood B. Ignore it and move on C. Repeat back as much as you could understand and ask for clarification D. Ask them to write it down
C. Repeat back as much as you could understand and ask for clarification
True or False: You should not worry about making mistakes — just ask.
TRUE
