16 Questions
Which of the following refers to a child's ability to move around and navigate their environment?
Mobility
Which of the following involve activities related to personal care and independence?
Self-Help Skills
Which of the following involve the use of smaller muscles, particularly those in the hands and fingers?
Fine Motor Skills
Which of the following involve the use of larger muscles in the body?
Gross Motor Skills
Which of the following is NOT a common functional ability addressed in the context of special needs?
Cognitive Skills
Which of the following best describes the purpose of a prompting hierarchy in measuring improvement in special needs children?
To assess the child's progress in a systematic manner
What is the main benefit of using a prompting hierarchy to measure improvement in special needs children?
Measuring the child's growth effectively
How does a prompting hierarchy support the acquisition of skills in special needs children?
By using a structured framework of prompts
What role does data collection play in measuring improvement using a prompting hierarchy?
To track progress by noting the prompts required
What happens to the prompts in a prompting hierarchy as a special needs child demonstrates increased independence and proficiency?
They are faded to allow for greater self-reliance
What are the different types of prompts used in a prompting hierarchy?
The different types of prompts used in a prompting hierarchy are: Natural/Independent, Gesture, Verbal, Visual, Model, Partial Physical Assistance, and Full Physical Assistance.
What does it mean to provide partial physical assistance in a prompting hierarchy?
Partial physical assistance in a prompting hierarchy refers to providing minimal supported guidance to the child to help them complete the desired task.
How does a prompting hierarchy support the acquisition of skills in special needs children?
A prompting hierarchy supports the acquisition of skills in special needs children by gradually fading the level of prompts provided as the child demonstrates increased independence and proficiency, allowing them to perform the task on their own.
Which of the following is commonly used to classify the extent or intensity of impairment or disability in medical rehabilitation?
Severity levels
What do severity levels help healthcare professionals assess?
The impact of the condition
How are severity levels commonly divided?
Mild, moderate, severe
Test your knowledge on different types of functional abilities in special needs children with this quiz. Learn about the definitions and characteristics of mobility, communication, and self-care abilities. Gain a better understanding of how these abilities impact the daily lives of children with special needs.
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