Question 1

Research has indicated that clinicians are accurate in their diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease major neurocognitive disorder about _____ percent of the time.

Accepted Answer

A)  100
B)  90
C)  80
D)  50E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Which learning disorder affects approximately 4 to 10 percent of the population?

Accepted Answer

A)  Written expression
B)  Oral communication
C)  Mathematics
D)  ReadingE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

What is the typical response to medication that can be expected for an Alzheimer's patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Significant improvement that is fairly durable
B)  Significant and rapid improvements in most areas but temporary in some
C)  Temporary improvement in abilities
D)  Relief of physical but not cognitive symptomsE) None of the above
F) A) and B) C

Question 4

Robin is a three-year-old girl who appears disinterested in people.She generally interacts with her mom only when she needs something.In some ways,Robin seems to be interested in her mother only as a tool to help her get what she wants.Robin would probably be diagnosed with

Accepted Answer

A)  autistic disorder.
B)  Rett's disorder.
C)  Asperger's disorder.
D)  a learning disorder.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D) A

Question 5

Describe the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and discuss the controversy surrounding this diagnosis.

Accepted Answer

ADHD is characterized by a pattern of in...

Question 6

The main reason that it is so important to identify children with developmental disorders as early as possible is that

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A)  medications are most effective when administered at an early stage of the disorder.
B)  skill deficits can be identified and addressed before they impact later development.
C)  family functioning often declines as the developmental disorder progresses.
D)  children are more receptive to therapy when they are young.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Treatment for learning disorders generally involves

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A)  stimulant medication.
B)  educational remediation.
C)  family therapy.
D)  cognitive-behavioral therapy.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 8

All of the following are possible causes of major neurocognitive disordermajor neurocognitive disorder

Accepted Answer

A)  Alzheimer's disease.
B)  chemical substances (including medications) .
C)  depression.
D)  food additives and preservatives.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Which treatment approach has been most clearly documented as benefitting children with problems with communication and socialization?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pharmacological treatment
B)  Behavioral approaches
C)  School education
D)  Family systems therapyE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Behavioral treatments for ADHD include all of the following strategies

Accepted Answer

A)  Social skills training
B)  Reinforcement programs involving rewards for good behavior
C)  Education programs for teaching families how to respond constructively to child's behaviors
D)  Education program for teaching children with ADHD how their behaviors are harmful.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 11

The outcome for patients with  neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer's disease is usually

Accepted Answer

A)  death.
B)  slow recovery.
C)  stabilization at some level of greatly reduced cognitive ability.
D)  dependent on individual response to treatment.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

The symptoms of delirium tend to develop

Accepted Answer

A)  very slowly, over the course of several years.
B)  very quickly, over the course of a few hours to a few days.
C)  moderately slowly, over the course of several months.D) B) and C)
E) None of the above

Question 13

Currently,scientists' main focus in developing biological treatments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is geared towards

Accepted Answer

A)  Finding pharmacological treatments for specific behaviors or symptoms
B)  Finding pharmacological treatments for the core neurobiological deficits in autism
C)  Developing gene therapy
D)  Refining neurosurgical techniques previously used for seizure patientsE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 14

What is the percentage of major neurocognitive disorder cases that are ultimately found to be of the Alzheimer's disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  25
B)  35
C)  50
D)  75E) A) and D)
F) None of the above C

Question 15

Generally speaking,the treatment for a child with autism should involve

Accepted Answer

A)  behavioral therapy, school-based education, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible.
B)  behavioral therapy, home schooling, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible.
C)  cognitive therapy, school-based education, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible.
D)  a focus on provisions for long-term custodial care and behavioral therapy .E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 16

One major distinction between Asperger's disorder and autism is that

Accepted Answer

A)  Asperger's disorder is associated with longer language delays and lower IQ.
B)  autism is associated with social impairment, and Asperger's disorder is not.
C)  autism develops in early childhood, and Asperger's develops during adolescence.
D)  Asperger's disorder is not associated with severe language delays.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Which of the following is currently being researched as a possible cause of autism?

Accepted Answer

A)  The neuronal structure of the hippocampus
B)  The levels of the neuropeptide oxytocin
C)  The mercury used as a preservative in childhood vaccines
D)  All of the aboveE) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 18

An appropriate treatment goal for a child with autism is

Accepted Answer

A)  resolution of all autistic symptoms by age 18.
B)  immediate cessation of ritualistic behaviors.
C)  development of normal social skills by age 18.
D)  reduction in tantrums and eventual development of some self-care activities.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 19

All of the following side effects ________ are associated with the medications Ritalin and Concerta,used to treat ADHD.

Accepted Answer

A)  insomnia
B)  drowsiness
C)  irritability
D)  weight gainE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 20

What is the approximate average survival time of a patient diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease major neurocognitive disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  4 years
B)  8 years
C)  15 years
D)  20 yearsE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Exam 13: Neurodevelopmental and Neurocognitive Disorders

Research has indicated that clinicians are accurate in their diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease major neurocognitive disorder about _____ percent of the time.

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Which learning disorder affects approximately 4 to 10 percent of the population?

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What is the typical response to medication that can be expected for an Alzheimer's patient?

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Robin is a three-year-old girl who appears disinterested in people.She generally interacts with her mom only when she needs something.In some ways,Robin seems to be interested in her mother only as a tool to help her get what she wants.Robin would probably be diagnosed with

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Describe the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and discuss the controversy surrounding this diagnosis.

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The main reason that it is so important to identify children with developmental disorders as early as possible is that

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Treatment for learning disorders generally involves

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All of the following are possible causes of major neurocognitive disordermajor neurocognitive disorder

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Which treatment approach has been most clearly documented as benefitting children with problems with communication and socialization?

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Behavioral treatments for ADHD include all of the following strategies

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The outcome for patients with neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer's disease is usually

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The symptoms of delirium tend to develop

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Currently,scientists' main focus in developing biological treatments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is geared towards

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What is the percentage of major neurocognitive disorder cases that are ultimately found to be of the Alzheimer's disease?

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One major distinction between Asperger's disorder and autism is that

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Which of the following is currently being researched as a possible cause of autism?

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An appropriate treatment goal for a child with autism is

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All of the following side effects ________ are associated with the medications Ritalin and Concerta,used to treat ADHD.

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What is the approximate average survival time of a patient diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease major neurocognitive disorder?

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