AOTA Patient Assessment & Evaluation 2

Question 1

Which standardized assessment is specifically designed to measure tactile discrimination and vestibular-proprioceptive processing in children ages 4–8?

Accepted Answer

DeGangi-Berk Test of Sensory Integration

Answer

The DeGangi-Berk Test of Sensory Integration was developed for children ages 3–5 and assesses vestibular-proprioceptive and tactile discrimination processing.

Question 2

During a clinical observation in sensory integration evaluation, a child who seeks excessive spinning and does not become dizzy may indicate dysfunction in which system?

Accepted Answer

Vestibular system

Answer

Lack of dizziness after spinning suggests underresponsivity of the vestibular system, a classic sign in sensory integration dysfunction.

Question 3

When interpreting SIPT scores, a standard score of -1.0 or below typically indicates:

Accepted Answer

Performance that is borderline or deficient

Answer

On the SIPT, standard scores at or below -1.0 suggest borderline to deficient performance, indicating possible sensory integration dysfunction.

Question 4

A therapist uses the Sensory Processing Measure (SPM) as part of assessment. Which of the following best describes this tool?

Accepted Answer

A caregiver/teacher questionnaire measuring sensory processing and social participation

Answer

The SPM is a norm-referenced questionnaire completed by caregivers and teachers that evaluates sensory processing across school, home, and community environments.

Question 5

Which clinical observation task is most useful for assessing postural ocular movement disorder during a sensory integration evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Scooter board prone extension against gravity

Answer

Prone extension on a scooter board assesses the ability to assume and maintain an extensor posture against gravity, reflecting vestibular and proprioceptive processing.

(AOTA) AOTA Sensory Integration Certification Practice Test

(AOTA) AOTA Sensory Integration Certification Practice Test

AOTA Patient Assessment & Evaluation 2