PT in an educational setting Flashcards
(true/false) In 1970, only 1 in 5 children with a disability were being educated in the public school system
true
When did brown vs. the board of education occur?
1954
When was the Education for all Handicapped Children Act enacted?
1975
What was the framework provided by case law that allowed children with disabilities (age 6-21) to have access to education?
P.L. 94-142
–> has been modified to include infants, toddler, and preschoolers
definition: states that all children, regardless of degree of disability have to be provided with an education
zero reject
definition: the educational setting where a child with disabilities can receive a free appropriate education designed to meet his or her education needs while being educated with peers without disabilities in the regular educational environmental setting to the maximum extent possible
least restrictive environment
(true/false) Not all children aged 3-21 need and individualized education plan
FALSE
definition: “A child centered, legal document regarding the educational needs of the child”
individualized education plan
Children with disabilities are ____x more likely to drop out of school
2x more likely
(true/false) Children with disabilities Frequently enter the criminal justice system
true
What are criteria for eligibility to an extended school year program?
Individual need
Nature and severity of disability
Educational benefit
Regression and recoupment
Self-sufficiency and independence
Failing to meet goals and objectives
The federal government committed to paying 40% of additional costs required to educate student with disabilities but as never contributed more than ___%
15%
Early intervention mandates are for infants and toddlers __-__ years old.
birth to 3 y/o
(true/false) Early intervention mandates implement an individualized family service plan (IFSP).
true
Why did IDEA of 1997 mandate a general education teacher onto the IEP team?
In order to allow for general education instructors to participate in goal setting and provide a greater connection between IEP content and classroom practices
(true/false) Parents are not major decision makers when it comes to education.
false
–> can restrict release of info
–> has access to records
–> responsible for continuity of services
According to IDEA, transition to adulthood must begin at what age? When must this be updated?
16 y/o; updated annually
Prior to 1975, PT’s provided services in _____ schools
segregated
definition: “Services that assist a child with a disability to benefit from special education; therefore physical therapists primarily should work in the classroom or other places in the school/community that support the student’s special education programs.”
best practice
characteristics:
- PT or PTA implements program
- Isolated or integrated (in learning environment)
- Research supports an integrated model
Direct model of service
characteristics:
- Training of teachers and aides
- Monitoring
- PT remains responsible for the outcome
indirect model of service
characteristics:
- services implemented by all BUT the therapist; commonly related to safety, transportation, architectural barriers, equipment. Responsibility is with the individual implementing the service.
consultative model of service
definition: PT’s recognize value of others, but work alone
multidisciplinary
definition: PT’s works with individuals from other disciplines
interdisciplinary
definition: Role release occurs; PT’s may assume responsibility of another discipline
transdisciplinary
What section of the Rehab act prevents discrimination in federally funded programs?
section 504
definition: “has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activity”
handicapped
Examination of children with disabilities must be performed at least once every ___ year(s)
3 years
What does the school function assessment examine?
Examines functional performance and participation in school-based settings
only tool focused on a school setting
–> standardized tool
What scoring system may assist in developing meaningful goals that are academically and functionally relevant?
Goal Attainment Scoring (GAS)
What kind of interventions lead to improved outcomes in those with disabilities?
Active interventions
What does school-based health centers (SBHCs) provide?
Provides access to health services in a school setting
Examples:
Obesity prevention
Mental health and social change
Managing asthma
Oral health access
(true/false) Parents are required to have their child’s insurance billed in a school setting.
FALSE
