The Environment and pediatric intervention Flashcards
define a child’s environment
physical and social settings in which children develop grow and function
physical environment
space, equipment and material resources (toys, books, etc.)
social environment
interactions with parents, siblings, extended family, peers and other adults in the community
what does early intervention focus on?
services that address child and family needs and priorities and preferences, in the natural environment (Infant toddler services)
service delivery models: multidisciplinary model
professionals work independently, get contributions from team members
interdisciplinary model
multiple service providers collaborate by merging goals and care plans into a unified program for the child, an IEP.
where is the interdisciplinary model most common?
in school settings
Where is the multidisciplinary model most common?
medical settings
transdisciplinary model
team members provide joint evals, work together to develop goals and carry out interventions, but there is one primary service provider.
where is the transdisciplinary approach used?
early intervention, (infant toddler services)
IFSPs
Individual and family support plan
IDEA
individuals with disabilities education act
In early interventions, how often does a child have to be reevaled
every 6 mo.
in educational settings, how often does an IEP get updated?
every year
