PT in an educational setting

Question 1

(true/false) In 1970, only 1 in 5 children with a disability were being educated in the public school system

Answer 1

true

Question 2

When did brown vs. the board of education occur?

Answer 2

1954

Question 3

When was the Education for all Handicapped Children Act enacted?

Answer 3

1975

Question 4

What was the framework provided by case law that allowed children with disabilities (age 6-21) to have access to education?

Answer 4

P.L. 94-142
–> has been modified to include infants, toddler, and preschoolers

Question 5

definition: states that all children, regardless of degree of disability have to be provided with an education

Answer 5

zero reject

Question 6

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

Answer 6

least restrictive environment

Question 7

(true/false) Not all children aged 3-21 need and individualized education plan

Answer 7

FALSE

Question 8

definition: “A child centered, legal document regarding the educational needs of the child”

Answer 8

individualized education plan

Question 9

Children with disabilities are ____x more likely to drop out of school

Answer 9

2x more likely

Question 10

(true/false) Children with disabilities Frequently enter the criminal justice system

Answer 10

true

Question 11

What are criteria for eligibility to an extended school year program?

Answer 11

Individual need

Nature and severity of disability

Educational benefit

Regression and recoupment

Self-sufficiency and independence

Failing to meet goals and objectives

Question 12

The federal government committed to paying 40% of additional costs required to educate student with disabilities but as never contributed more than ___%

Answer 12

15%

Question 13

Early intervention mandates are for infants and toddlers __-__ years old.

Answer 13

birth to 3 y/o

Question 14

(true/false) Early intervention mandates implement an individualized family service plan (IFSP).

Answer 14

true

Question 15

Why did IDEA of 1997 mandate a general education teacher onto the IEP team?

Answer 15

In order to allow for general education instructors to participate in goal setting and provide a greater connection between IEP content and classroom practices

Question 16

(true/false) Parents are not major decision makers when it comes to education.

Answer 16

false

–> can restrict release of info
–> has access to records
–> responsible for continuity of services

Question 17

According to IDEA, transition to adulthood must begin at what age? When must this be updated?

Answer 17

16 y/o; updated annually

Question 18

Prior to 1975, PT’s provided services in _____ schools

Answer 18

segregated

Question 19

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.”

Answer 19

best practice

Question 20

characteristics:
- PT or PTA implements program
- Isolated or integrated (in learning environment)
- Research supports an integrated model

Answer 20

Direct model of service

Question 21

characteristics:
- Training of teachers and aides
- Monitoring
- PT remains responsible for the outcome

Answer 21

indirect model of service

Question 22

characteristics:
- services implemented by all BUT the therapist; commonly related to safety, transportation, architectural barriers, equipment. Responsibility is with the individual implementing the service.

Answer 22

consultative model of service

Question 23

definition: PT’s recognize value of others, but work alone

Answer 23

multidisciplinary

Question 24

definition: PT’s works with individuals from other disciplines

Answer 24

interdisciplinary

Question 25

definition: Role release occurs; PT’s may assume responsibility of another discipline

Answer 25

transdisciplinary

Question 26

What section of the Rehab act prevents discrimination in federally funded programs?

Answer 26

section 504

Question 27

definition: “has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activity”

Answer 27

handicapped

Question 28

Examination of children with disabilities must be performed at least once every ___ year(s)

Answer 28

3 years

Question 29

What does the school function assessment examine?

Answer 29

Examines functional performance and participation in school-based settings

only tool focused on a school setting

–> standardized tool

Question 30

What scoring system may assist in developing meaningful goals that are academically and functionally relevant?

Answer 30

Goal Attainment Scoring (GAS)

Question 31

What kind of interventions lead to improved outcomes in those with disabilities?

Answer 31

Active interventions

Question 32

What does school-based health centers (SBHCs) provide?

Answer 32

Provides access to health services in a school setting

Examples:
Obesity prevention
Mental health and social change
Managing asthma
Oral health access

Question 33

(true/false) Parents are required to have their child’s insurance billed in a school setting.

Answer 33

FALSE