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What characterizes an At-Risk Adult with an Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD)?
What characterizes an At-Risk Adult with an Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD)?
Which of the following is NOT considered an intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD)?
Which of the following is NOT considered an intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD)?
At what age does a person qualify as an At-Risk Elder?
At what age does a person qualify as an At-Risk Elder?
Which of the following best describes a Disabled Person?
Which of the following best describes a Disabled Person?
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What defines a Person with a Disability according to the criteria provided?
What defines a Person with a Disability according to the criteria provided?
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Which of the following statements about At-Risk Persons is true?
Which of the following statements about At-Risk Persons is true?
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Which of the following conditions does NOT classify someone as having a disabled condition?
Which of the following conditions does NOT classify someone as having a disabled condition?
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What is the primary criterion for a person to be classified as having a mental health disorder?
What is the primary criterion for a person to be classified as having a mental health disorder?
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Which of the following conditions is NOT mentioned as qualifying for a person with a disability?
Which of the following conditions is NOT mentioned as qualifying for a person with a disability?
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What age marks the transition from at-risk juvenile status to at-risk adult status?
What age marks the transition from at-risk juvenile status to at-risk adult status?
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Study Notes
Definitions of At-Risk Individuals
- At-Risk Adult with I/DD: An individual aged 18 or older diagnosed with an intellectual and developmental disability, which may include conditions such as Autism, Down Syndrome, or Traumatic Brain Injury before age 22.
- At-Risk Elder: A person who is 70 years of age or older, identified as being at risk based on age-related vulnerabilities.
- At-Risk Person: Encompasses at-risk adults, at-risk adults with I/DD, at-risk elders, and at-risk juveniles, highlighting the broad category of individuals facing potential dangers.
Definitions of Disability
- Disabled Condition: Refers to a state of being unable to communicate effectively due to being unconscious, semiconscious, incoherent, or otherwise incapacitated.
- Disabled Person: An individual who is in a disabled condition, reflecting the inability to engage or respond due to their status.
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Person with a Disability: A comprehensive term for those who face various impairments, including:
- Permanent loss of use of a hand/foot or severe vision impairment.
- Incapacity to walk, see, hear, or speak.
- Dependence on mechanical assistance for breathing.
- An individual with an intellectual and developmental disability.
- Those who have a mental health disorder.
- Individuals recognized as mentally impaired or blind as per defined legal standards.
- Those receiving care for developmental disabilities under established regulations.
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Description
This quiz explores the definitions and characteristics of At-Risk Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). Participants will learn about various conditions such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and Traumatic Brain Injury and their implications. Gain a deeper understanding of I/DD to enhance awareness and support for affected individuals.
