Question 1

How did Ayres view sensory input?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nourishment for the brain 
B)  Nice addition to therapy 
C)  Technique to reward child at end of therapy 
D)  Key to improving orthopedic conditions 
A)  Nourishment for the brain 
B)  Nice addition to therapy 
C)  Technique to reward child at end of therapy 
D)  Key to improving orthopedic conditions A

Question 2

Which statement reflects Ayres's theory of central nervous system (CNS) organization?

Accepted Answer

A)  Critical aspects of sensory integration are seated in the higher levels of the CNS (i.e., cortex). 
B)  The brain stem assumes a directive role and inhibits lower levels of the CNS. 
C)  Increased efficiency at the levels of the brain stem and thalamus enhances higher-order functioning. 
D)  The higher levels of the CNS (cortex) replace lower-level functions (e.g., brainstem and thalamus). 
A)  Critical aspects of sensory integration are seated in the higher levels of the CNS (i.e., cortex). 
B)  The brain stem assumes a directive role and inhibits lower levels of the CNS. 
C)  Increased efficiency at the levels of the brain stem and thalamus enhances higher-order functioning. 
D)  The higher levels of the CNS (cortex) replace lower-level functions (e.g., brainstem and thalamus). C

Question 3

Trevor runs up to the ball and misses, falling on the ground. However, he is able to kick the ball without difficulty when it is rolled toward him. Trevor is having difficulty with which motor concept?

Accepted Answer

A)  Projected action sequence 
B)  Sensory modulation 
C)  Vestibular processing 
D)  Tactile discrimination 
A)  Projected action sequence 
B)  Sensory modulation 
C)  Vestibular processing 
D)  Tactile discrimination A

Question 4

Which principle is not part of Ayres's sensory integration intervention?

Accepted Answer

A)  It involves a balance between structure and freedom. 
B)  It is applied on an individual basis. 
C)  It requires the active participation of the child. 
D)  It begins with sensory stimulation. 
A)  It involves a balance between structure and freedom. 
B)  It is applied on an individual basis. 
C)  It requires the active participation of the child. 
D)  It begins with sensory stimulation.

Question 5

Which statement is not true concerning dyspraxia?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ayres found a relationship between tactile perception and praxis. 
B)  Not all dyspraxia is sensory integrative in nature. 
C)  Dyspraxia is difficulty conceptualizing, planning, and executing movement. 
D)  Somatodyspraxia is a degenerative disorder. 
A)  Ayres found a relationship between tactile perception and praxis. 
B)  Not all dyspraxia is sensory integrative in nature. 
C)  Dyspraxia is difficulty conceptualizing, planning, and executing movement. 
D)  Somatodyspraxia is a degenerative disorder.

Question 6

Lisa is an 8-year-old girl who bumps into things frequently, bears down hard on her pencil at school, and stands very close to her friends. Lisa gets in trouble in school because she is always "talking herself through" her handwriting homework. Lisa likes to play rough at home and is frequently called a bully by her younger brother. What type of dysfunction does this scenario depict?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tactile defensiveness 
B)  Gravitational insecurity 
C)  Postural insecurity 
D)  Proprioceptive problems 
A)  Tactile defensiveness 
B)  Gravitational insecurity 
C)  Postural insecurity 
D)  Proprioceptive problems

Question 7

What is Ayres's definition of sensory integration?

Accepted Answer

A)  Intricate synaptic connections 
B)  Organization of sensation for use 
C)  Neurological basis for movement 
D)  Ability to detect changes in gravity 
A)  Intricate synaptic connections 
B)  Organization of sensation for use 
C)  Neurological basis for movement 
D)  Ability to detect changes in gravity

Question 8

Charlie is a 10-year-old boy who will eat only mashed foods, does not like noises (e.g., he gets upset when the phone rings), and has difficulty sitting during meals. Charlie's parents report that he does not like new clothes and cannot wear jeans. What type of sensory integrative problem does Charlie have?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sensory modulation problems 
B)  Poor sensory discrimination and perception 
C)  Problems related to vestibular-proprioceptive functions 
D)  Dyspraxia 
A)  Sensory modulation problems 
B)  Poor sensory discrimination and perception 
C)  Problems related to vestibular-proprioceptive functions 
D)  Dyspraxia

Question 9

Mary is 9 years old and does not know her right and left sides of her body. She is unable to move her feet without looking at them and is frequently bumping into things. With what is she experiencing difficulty?

Accepted Answer

A)  Praxis 
B)  Sensory defensiveness 
C)  Sequencing 
D)  Body scheme 
A)  Praxis 
B)  Sensory defensiveness 
C)  Sequencing 
D)  Body scheme

Question 10

The occupational therapist, Yvette, wants to use Ayres's sensory integration intervention to work with 9-year-old Jason. She has one swing and a small room in which to treat Jason. Which statement best reflects how Yvette can make this setting work?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yvette must be sure that the room is safe and well lit and the swing is clean. 
B)  Yvette can use this small room and conduct "pretend" games with only one swing. 
C)  The room should have a variety of suspended equipment, materials, and mats for safety. 
D)  The room is fully loaded with toys, stuffed animals, and sensory stimuli. 
A)  Yvette must be sure that the room is safe and well lit and the swing is clean. 
B)  Yvette can use this small room and conduct "pretend" games with only one swing. 
C)  The room should have a variety of suspended equipment, materials, and mats for safety. 
D)  The room is fully loaded with toys, stuffed animals, and sensory stimuli.

Question 11

Ramon is a 12-year-old boy who will not play on the swings or slides at school. He has difficulty climbing up the second floor staircase at school and cannot sit in the bleachers. What type of problem does this depict?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tactile defensiveness 
B)  Gravitational insecurity 
C)  Postural insecurity 
D)  Proprioceptive problems 
A)  Tactile defensiveness 
B)  Gravitational insecurity 
C)  Postural insecurity 
D)  Proprioceptive problems

Question 12

Which statement most closely reflects the ingredients to promote neural plasticity in children?

Accepted Answer

A)  Child practices a skill in the same setting and environment until mastering it. 
B)  Child actively interacts with a meaningful and challenging environment. 
C)  Child is passively presented with a variety of stimulating experiences to observe. 
D)  Child is exposed to sensory stimulation activities, graded so it is easily tolerated. 
A)  Child practices a skill in the same setting and environment until mastering it. 
B)  Child actively interacts with a meaningful and challenging environment. 
C)  Child is passively presented with a variety of stimulating experiences to observe. 
D)  Child is exposed to sensory stimulation activities, graded so it is easily tolerated.

Question 13

What term best describes 9-year-old Harvey's ability to hold on and pump the swing longer and higher this week?

Accepted Answer

A)  Occupational therapy 
B)  Perseverance 
C)  Neural plasticity 
D)  Adaptive response 
A)  Occupational therapy 
B)  Perseverance 
C)  Neural plasticity 
D)  Adaptive response

Question 14

Max is a 12-month-old boy who is just learning to walk. He stands for short periods, sees his favorite toy, and takes one step and falls. The therapist places the favorite toy two steps away the next time. Which term describes this concept?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dyspraxia 
B)  Just-right challenge 
C)  Somatosensory 
D)  Sensory integration 
A)  Dyspraxia 
B)  Just-right challenge 
C)  Somatosensory 
D)  Sensory integration

Question 15

Which system detects head position and movement as well as gravity and pertains to the inner ear receptors, the semicircular canals, and the otolith organs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Proprioceptive 
B)  Vestibular 
C)  Somatosensory 
D)  Ideation 
A)  Proprioceptive 
B)  Vestibular 
C)  Somatosensory 
D)  Ideation

How did Ayres view sensory input?

Which statement reflects Ayres's theory of central nervous system (CNS) organization?

Trevor runs up to the ball and misses, falling on the ground. However, he is able to kick the ball without difficulty when it is rolled toward him. Trevor is having difficulty with which motor concept?

Which principle is not part of Ayres's sensory integration intervention?

Which statement is not true concerning dyspraxia?

What is Ayres's definition of sensory integration?

Mary is 9 years old and does not know her right and left sides of her body. She is unable to move her feet without looking at them and is frequently bumping into things. With what is she experiencing difficulty?

The occupational therapist, Yvette, wants to use Ayres's sensory integration intervention to work with 9-year-old Jason. She has one swing and a small room in which to treat Jason. Which statement best reflects how Yvette can make this setting work?

Ramon is a 12-year-old boy who will not play on the swings or slides at school. He has difficulty climbing up the second floor staircase at school and cannot sit in the bleachers. What type of problem does this depict?

Which statement most closely reflects the ingredients to promote neural plasticity in children?

What term best describes 9-year-old Harvey's ability to hold on and pump the swing longer and higher this week?

Max is a 12-month-old boy who is just learning to walk. He stands for short periods, sees his favorite toy, and takes one step and falls. The therapist places the favorite toy two steps away the next time. Which term describes this concept?

Which system detects head position and movement as well as gravity and pertains to the inner ear receptors, the semicircular canals, and the otolith organs?

An Overview of Occupational Therapy for Children

Foundations for Occupational Therapy Practice With Children

Development of Childhood Occupations

In Transition to Adulthood: the Occupations and Performance Skills of Adolescents

Working With Families

Common Conditions That Influence Childrens Participation

Purposes, Processes, and Methods of Evaluation

Use of Standardized Tests in Pediatric Practice

Application of Motor Controlmotor Learning to Practice

Evaluation and Interventions to Develop Hand Skills

Visual Perception

Psychosocial Issues Affecting Social Participation

Interventions and Strategies for Challenging Behaviors

Feeding Intervention

Activities of Daily Living

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living and Community Participation

Play

Prewriting and Handwriting Skills

Influencing Participation Through Assistive Technology

Mobility

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Early Intervention

School-Based Occupational Therapy

Services for Children With Visual or Hearing Impairments

Hospital and Pediatric Rehabilitation Services

Transition Services: From School to Adult Life

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Exam 11: Sensory Integration

How did Ayres view sensory input?

Which statement reflects Ayres's theory of central nervous system (CNS) organization?

Trevor runs up to the ball and misses, falling on the ground. However, he is able to kick the ball without difficulty when it is rolled toward him. Trevor is having difficulty with which motor concept?

Which principle is not part of Ayres's sensory integration intervention?

Which statement is not true concerning dyspraxia?

What is Ayres's definition of sensory integration?

Mary is 9 years old and does not know her right and left sides of her body. She is unable to move her feet without looking at them and is frequently bumping into things. With what is she experiencing difficulty?

The occupational therapist, Yvette, wants to use Ayres's sensory integration intervention to work with 9-year-old Jason. She has one swing and a small room in which to treat Jason. Which statement best reflects how Yvette can make this setting work?

Ramon is a 12-year-old boy who will not play on the swings or slides at school. He has difficulty climbing up the second floor staircase at school and cannot sit in the bleachers. What type of problem does this depict?

Which statement most closely reflects the ingredients to promote neural plasticity in children?

What term best describes 9-year-old Harvey's ability to hold on and pump the swing longer and higher this week?

Max is a 12-month-old boy who is just learning to walk. He stands for short periods, sees his favorite toy, and takes one step and falls. The therapist places the favorite toy two steps away the next time. Which term describes this concept?

Which system detects head position and movement as well as gravity and pertains to the inner ear receptors, the semicircular canals, and the otolith organs?

An Overview of Occupational Therapy for Children

Foundations for Occupational Therapy Practice With Children

Development of Childhood Occupations

In Transition to Adulthood: the Occupations and Performance Skills of Adolescents

Working With Families

Common Conditions That Influence Childrens Participation

Purposes, Processes, and Methods of Evaluation

Use of Standardized Tests in Pediatric Practice

Application of Motor Controlmotor Learning to Practice

Evaluation and Interventions to Develop Hand Skills

Visual Perception

Psychosocial Issues Affecting Social Participation

Interventions and Strategies for Challenging Behaviors

Feeding Intervention

Activities of Daily Living

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living and Community Participation

Play

Prewriting and Handwriting Skills

Influencing Participation Through Assistive Technology

Mobility

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Early Intervention

School-Based Occupational Therapy

Services for Children With Visual or Hearing Impairments

Hospital and Pediatric Rehabilitation Services

Transition Services: From School to Adult Life

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