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Deafness with Autism: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach

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1.  Proprioceptive input provides: Input to the visual cortex Input to the joints in our body Input to the olfactory system No input at all

2.  Sensory strategies for a deaf child with autism may include which of the following: Practicing the same movement over and over again Utilizing articulation strategies to assist with verbal skills Using a dynamic surface for seating (e.g., therapy ball, disc sit) Exaggerated gesturing

3.  Several studies have demonstrated that Improvisational Music Therapy elicited significant gains in: Communication Stereotypic behaviors Social skills Gross motor skills

4.  A music intervention that could best facilitate social skills development is: Singing nursery rhymes Singing name songs Playing instruments along with a CD Watching children’s YouTube videos

5.  By what age should children with hearing loss make sustained eye contact? 5 months old 3 months old 1 month old 12 months old

6.  What are the 2 key ingredients to a successful treatment plan for a young child with a dual diagnosis of hearing loss and autism? Cochlear Implants and Team approach Team approach and Individualized Treatment plan PECS and Picture Schedules Imitating facial expressions

7.  How often should a child with a suspected additional disability to hearing loss be evaluated with standardized assessments? Every 3 months Every 12 months Every 6 months When they turn 3 years old

8.  When evaluating a child with deafness and autism or suspected autism it is important to: Use sign language Cover your mouth when you speak Assess intelligence levels Assess what level of auditory skills exist

9.  Identifying strategies that the child uses to ________ communication will help determine goals for expressive language. Avoid Initiate Participate in Distract

10.  Strategies to develop auditory skills: Require using a loud voice and slower speech Include covering the mouth with your hand May require supports with visual, tactile, or augmented communication Require a strict auditory-oral approach