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approximately, how many americans suffer from cerebral palsy?
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500,000
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on average, the lifetime cost for a person with cerebral palsey totals nearly
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1 million dollars
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what % of cerebral palsey is believed to have been caused at some time after birth in early infancy?
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20%
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what are the 3 most common drugs used to treat cerebral palsy?
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valium, baclofen, dantrolene
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list characteristics of cerebral palsy
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spasticity, dyskinesia, involuntary movements, ataxia, some seizures, intellectual and visual impairments
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describe what a teacher of someone woth cerebral palsy can do to make the child's school life easier
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compassion, teachers must focus on the child's individual capabilities and ask oneself how each lesson can be adapted to best enable the child to do active hands on learning, an effective education plan where parents and school staff collaborate to develop an I.E.P., make your classroom accessible to wheel chairs , walkers, specially made bicycles and tricycles, and crutches.
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the majority of cases of cerebral palsy occur _____ or ______ birth.
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before, during
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the average lifetime cost of a person with cerebral palsy is ____ over and above that of a person without the disability
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$1 million
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list common assistive devices used by persons with cerebral palsy
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ELECTRIC DOOR OPENERS, GRAB STICKS, LARGE EATING UTENSILS, WHEEL CHAIRS, WALKERS, CRUTCHES
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_____ MILLION PEOPLE IN THE U.S. OR 7.8% OF THE POP HAVE DIABETES
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23.6
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DIABETES IS THE ____ LARGEST CAUSE OF DEATH IN THE U.S.
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5TH
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HOW MANY NEW PEOPLE ARE DIAGNOSED WITH DIABETES EVERY DAY?
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4,110
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WHAT TYPE OF CELLS PRODUCE INSULIN?
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BETA
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ALL TYPES OF DIABETES ARE LINKED TO THE PRODUCTION OF?
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INSULIN
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WHAT ARE SOME OF THE CAUSES LINKED TO DIABETES?
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GENETICS, DIET, OBESITY, SMOKING, SESSILE LIFESTYLE, RACE, PANCREATIC PROBLEMS.
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WHAT IS TYPE 1 DIABETES?
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INSULIN DEFICIENCY. THE BODY ATTACKS ITS OWN BETA CELLS AND IT CAN THEN NO LONGER PRODUCE THE NECESSARY AMOUNT OF INSULIN TO STABILIZE GLUCOSE LEVELS
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WHAT CAN DIABETES LEAD TO MEDICALLY?
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BLINDNESS, KIDNEY DAMAGE, CARDIO-VASCULAR DISEASE, LOWER LEG AMPUTATION, OBESITY, PAINFUL JOINTS, NEPHROPATHY, NEUROPATHY
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What is the name of the virus that is believed to cause AIDS?
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus
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Which of the following is a cause of AIDS?
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sexual intercourse, blood transfusions, sharing needles
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What does AIDS stand for?
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Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
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About how many people are living in the world with HIV or AIDS?
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40 million
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Which of the following is a way that HIV is NOT spread?
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holding the hand of someone with AIDS
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What are some of the issues the family faces when someone has AIDS?
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The children have to leave home, children do not always benefit from placement, and children are inadequately taught about sex in some cultures.
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List three of the characteristics of a child with HIV/AIDS.
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They have difficulty gaining weight, difficulty growing normally, problems walking, delayed mental development, and severe forms of common childhood illnesses such as ear infections, pneumonia and tonsilitis.
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Describe some of the educational strategies used with HIV/AIDS.
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Educate children on prevention and causes of AIDS and help them understand how not to get AIDS.
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WHAT IS THE ONLY TYPE OF MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY THAT APPEARS AT BIRTH?
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CONGENITAL
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WHAT TYPE OF MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY IS LESS SEVERE AND LIFE SPAN IS INTO OLD AGE?
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BECKER'S
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DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY USUALLY SETS BETWEEN WHAT AGES?
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2 AND 6
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WHAT IS THE MOST COMMON FORM OF ADULT MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY?
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MYOTONIC
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NAME CHARACTERISITCS OF MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY?
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MUSCULAR WEAKNESS, POOR BALANCE, FEQUENT FALLS, WALKING DIFFICULTY, WADDLING GAIT, CALF PAIN, LIMITED RANGE OF MOVEMENT
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HOW ARE CHILDREN WITH MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY TAUGHT IN THE CLASSROOM?
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MAINSTREAM
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WHAT ACTIVITY ARE CHILDREN WITH MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ENCOURAGED TO DO?
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ANY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ESPECIALLY SWIMMING AND EXERCISING
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Which of the following could be a possible cause of epilepsy?
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A. A genetic disorder that prevents the proper processing of carbohydrates,
Lead poisoning, A drug overdose |
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___________ type of seizures occur when only a portion of the brain is affected
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Partial seizures
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Over ____________ individuals have epilepsy in the U.S.
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3 million
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Epilepsy is more common in _________ than ___________
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Minorities than Caucasians
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Which of the following is not an action doctors typically take with patients with epilepsy
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Immediately recommend surgery
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Of the causes for epilepsy discussed, name 3 and explain how they cause epilepsy.
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1. Brain Chemistry – Some individuals have an imbalance in their neurotransmitters, which are the part of the brain responsible for electrical signaling of the brain, thusly, resulting in seizures when these charges misfire.
2.Genetic Disorders/Heredity – Individuals may be born without genes that are crucial to the neurological and metabolic functioning of the body. Therefore, the electrical signals transmitted by these processes are imbalanced, resulting in seizures. 3.Head Injuries – After traumatic head injuries, individuals may experience seizures due to neurological disorders caused by the injury. |
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Discuss 2 things parents must do in order to help their child with epilepsy.
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Parents must make sure their children are getting the proper medical treatment as well as make sure they are taking their prescribed medication. Parents also serve as advocates for their child, educating others on their child’s condition.
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What are 4 different educational strategies teachers can use when a student has epilepsy?
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They can seat them at the front to limit distractions, Use visual tools to help focus their attention, Use a consistent format to deliver instruction
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MR 3 PRONGS
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Significantly subaverage intellectual functioning (IQ score of 70 or below)
Below average adaptive behavior Manifested in the developmental period A negative impact on educational performance is implied |
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EMOTIONAL AND BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS
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•IDEA definition as applied by states consists of three factors
–Chronicity – over a long period of time –Severity – to a marked degree –A negative effect on educational performance |
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-Discrepancy factor
- Exclusionary factor - Need for special education |
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MR
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Deficits in IQ
Deficits in Adaptive Behavior Occurring before age 18 (developmental period) |