Exam Preview for 31054: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) - Working with Children and Families to Improve Outcomes

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1. What should be identified and focused on in a positive focused system? Strengths and abilities Weaknesses and needs Communication skills Motor skills
2. Which of the following is a part of a positive focused system? Identify strengths and abilities Consistently tell the child what she or he does well and is good at Point out small accomplishments All of the above
3. Which of the following is a way to reduce stimuli in the environment? Use softer lighting and colors Add posters to the room Play music all day to calm children Provide many toys with sounds
4. Which of the following is a modification to approaches for children with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)? Increase stimuli in the environment Notify child of changes just before the change occurs Be consistent in schedules, activities, and routines Use brighter lighting and colors
5. Which of the following should be avoided when modifying approaches for children with an FASD? Shortening group activities Using a reward and consequence system Allowing the child to take a break in the middle of group activities Breaking things down to one step at a time
6. Which of the following is a strategy for improving outcomes for children with an FASD? Treat all children equally Only allow child to do favorite activities if he/she behaves Use vague terms Use person first language
7. Which of the following is a correct example of using person first language? He's an FASD kid She is a child with autism He's an ex-con She's an addict
8. Which of the following is important when restructuring the physical space in the classroom to improve success in education? Changing seating assignments Keeping the classroom uncluttered Placing many posters on the walls All of the above
9. How can you improve success in education by structuring a caring and consistent environment? Be consistent in routines Have the child sit next to the teacher as a support, not as a punishment Provide clear, simple, and visible guidelines All of the above
10. It was suggested that we need to foster which of the following in children with an FASD? Independence Interdependence Good health practices Resilience