Exam Preview for 30996: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) - Impact on Children and Families

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1. Which of the following descriptions best explains Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)? All individuals with an FASD have low intellectual capabilities A sip of alcohol by a pregnant mother can cause a lot of damage to the baby Individuals with FASD have the same problems FASD is a spectrum of disorders
2. Which of the following is NOT generally true about individuals with an FASD? All children prenatally exposed to alcohol have an FASD Behavior often appears to be purposeful Typical approaches to "difficult" behaviors often don't work Many individuals with an FASD have other difficulties
3. What is the generally accepted incidence of FASD in North America? 1 in 1,000 live births 10 in 100 live births 1 in 100 live births 1 in 500 live births
4. How can outcomes be improved by recognizing an FASD in a child? Frustration and anger are reduced by recognizing behavior is due to brain damage Abuse and trauma can be decreased or avoided Approaches can be modified All of the above
5. Which of the following was listed as a likely co-occurring disorder with an FASD? Dyslexia Memory loss Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Diabetes
6. Which of the following is true about brain damage and behaviors in FASD? Brain damage rarely occurs with FASD Behaviors often appear to be purposeful and willful when they are not Prenatal alcohol exposure leading to an FASD does not cause brain damage Brain damage can be repaired
7. Which of the following is a brain structure damaged by prenatal alcohol? Cerebrum Cerebellum Corpus Callosum Limbic System
8. What can you expect from a person with an FASD? Very quiet May “get it” one day and not the next Not friendly Follows multiple directions easily
9. Which of the following behaviors might be seen in a caregiver with an FASD? May not show up on time for appointments May be seen as uncaring or neglectful May not follow through on multiple and/or verbal instructions All of the above
10. What is the best intervention for a child with an FASD who does not complete tasks? Provide one direction at a time Put the child in time out if he does not complete the task Give the direction several times Ignore the child