APE APE Disability-Specific Knowledge & Conditions 2

Question 1

A student with spina bifida at the L3-L4 level would MOST likely have which functional characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Paralysis below the knees with some hip and knee function

Answer

A spinal lesion at L3-L4 typically preserves hip flexion and knee extension but impairs ankle/foot function, resulting in partial lower-body paralysis.

Question 2

Which condition involves the inflammation and degeneration of the muscles, leading to progressive muscle weakness in children?

Accepted Answer

Duchenne muscular dystrophy

Answer

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is an X-linked genetic disorder causing progressive muscle degeneration, typically affecting boys and leading to loss of ambulation by early adolescence.

Question 3

An APE teacher notices a student with epilepsy has a seizure during class. What is the FIRST action the teacher should take?

Accepted Answer

Clear the area of hazards and protect the student's head

Answer

During a seizure, the priority is to clear the surrounding area of hazards and cushion the student's head to prevent injury — restraining or inserting objects are contraindicated.

Question 4

A student with Type 1 diabetes is participating in APE. Which condition should the teacher recognize as a sign of hypoglycemia?

Accepted Answer

Shaking, sweating, and confusion

Answer

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) presents with shakiness, sweating, confusion, and pale skin — symptoms that can occur during vigorous exercise.

Question 5

Which of the following is a key characteristic of Prader-Willi syndrome that directly impacts APE programming?

Accepted Answer

Hyperphagia and obesity requiring careful caloric management in activity design

Answer

Prader-Willi syndrome is characterized by insatiable hunger (hyperphagia) and a tendency toward obesity, making weight management through physical activity a central goal in APE.

(APE) Adaptive Physical Education Certification Practice Test

(APE) Adaptive Physical Education Certification Practice Test

APE APE Disability-Specific Knowledge & Conditions 2