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Peds final exam

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which handwriting problem may be addressed by providing the child with grid paper or requesting the child write on every other line of the paper?

A. Dictation
B. Spacing on paper
C. Sizing letters and words
D. Near-point copying
B. Spacing on paper
What is the therapist evaluating when he/she observes a child producing improper letterforms, poor leading in and leading out of letters, inadequate rounding of letters, and incomplete closure of letters?

A. Writing speed
B. Ergonomic Factors
C. Legibility
D. Grasping patterns
C. Legibility
Which sequence represents the stages of prewriting and handwriting development?

A. Controlled scribbles; discrete lines, dots, or symbols; straight-line or circular uppercase letters; uppercase letters; lowercase letters, numbers, and words

B. Discrete lines, dots, or symbols; controlled scribbles; lowercase letters, numerals, and words; straight-line or circular uppercase letters; uppercase letters

C. Straight-line or circular uppercase letters; controlled scribbles; discrete lines, dots, or, symbols; lowercase letters, numerals, and words; uppercase letters

D. controlled scribbles; lowercase letters, numerals, and words; discrete lines, dots, or symbols; straight-line or circular uppercase letters; uppercase letters
A. Controlled scribbles; discrete lines, dots, or symbols; straight-line or circular uppercase letters; uppercase letters; lowercase letters, numbers, and words
By what grade do children develop fluency in writing?

A. Kindergarten
B. Fourth grade
C. Sixth grade
D. Ninth grade
B. Fourth grade
What is the occupational therapist's role in regard to writing and literacy?

A. Intervention focuses on writing skill
B. Intervention focuses on writing as a communication skill
C. Intervention focuses on writing within the context of literacy
D. Intervention focuses on literacy
C. Intervention focuses on writing within the context of literacy
Which strategy specifically benefits a child who has difficulty reading text?

A. Change height of table or chair
B. Use a trackball
C. Use a keyboard cover
D. Change color of background
D. Change color of background
What does the SETT Framework mean?

A. Situation, Energy, Tools, Training
B. Strategies, Environment, Teacher, Task
C. Student, Environment, Tasks, Tools
D. Success, Ease, Training, Technique
C. Student, Environment, Tasks, Tools
Which statement is not a benefit of computers for young children?

A. Provide opportunities for choice making
B. Engage the child cognitively
C. Keep the child at home
D. Facilitate communication interactions
C. Keep the child at home
Mary is able to slow down while signing to a new student unfamiliar with the signs, and she uses some gesturing to help with the conversation. What type of competence is this?

A. Linguistic
B. Operational
C. Social
D. Strategic
D. Strategic
What type of intervention is provided in the following: The occupational therapist works with a child on the playground to help him engage with the other children.

A. Pull out
B. Consultative
C. Integrative
D. Indirect
C. Integrative
Kevin is a 3rd grade student who has learning difficulties. The team members would like him to be placed in a regular classroom for most of his classes. However, they are not sure that he will be able to keep up with the requirements. What must the team consider to make this placement?

A. Number of children in the classroom
B. Cost of special education
C. Least restrictive environment
D. Teacher's expertise and training
A. Number of children in the classroom
Which of the following examples represents the least desirable service delivery option for occupational therapists working in the schools?

A. The occupational therapist conducts a prewriting activity group once weekly, which is integrated in the preschool curriculum
B. The occupational therapist adapts the student's seat to improve positioning and hand use
C. The occupational therapist consults with the student's adaptive physical education teacher about sensory processing issues and how these influence the student's behavior in her class
D. The occupational therapist removes the child from the classroom for 1 hour daily to work on handwriting skills
D. The occupational therapist removes the child from the classroom for 1 hour daily to work on handwriting skills
According to IDEA, what is the main purpose of occupational therapy within the school system?

A. Enhance function in play/leisure, work, and self-care
B. Enhance the child's role as a student in academic and nonacademic tasks
C. Improve hand skill development for tool usage
D. Diminish symptoms related to the student's disability
B. Enhance the child's role as a student in academic and nonacademic tasks
According to IDEA, the IEP must include several components. Which of the following is not a required component of the IEP?

A. Family report and medical history
B. Measurable annual goals in areas of need
C. Determination of special education and related services that the child needs to accomplish the goals and objectives (including frequency)
D. Present levels of educational performance (academic and nonacademic)
A. family report and medical history
Which adaptation is best to help a child who is having difficulty with cardiac functioning?

A. Electronically powered wheelchair
B. Scheduling and pacing tasks
C. Reachers
D. Enlarged handles
B. scheduling and pacing tasks
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