BRS Pediatric Visual Impairment Services 3

Question 1

The Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) for students with visual impairments includes which area NOT typically found in the general education curriculum?

Accepted Answer

Compensatory skills and social interaction skills

Answer

The ECC adds domains such as compensatory skills, sensory efficiency, O&M, social interaction, independent living, recreation, assistive technology, self-determination, and career education.

Question 2

A parent asks why their 3-year-old with congenital blindness does not engage in pretend play at the same level as sighted peers. The most accurate explanation is:

Accepted Answer

Pretend play depends heavily on incidental visual learning that is inaccessible without vision

Answer

Much of the symbolic content of pretend play (imitation, role modeling) is acquired through incidental visual observation, which children who are blind must learn through alternative means.

Question 3

Which literacy medium decision-making tool is widely used by TVIs to determine whether a student should learn braille, print, or a combination of both?

Accepted Answer

Learning Media Assessment (LMA)

Answer

The Learning Media Assessment (LMA) guides TVIs in selecting the most appropriate literacy medium based on functional vision, tactile skills, and learning needs.

Question 4

When a child with visual impairment receives O&M services under IDEA, these services must be provided by:

Accepted Answer

A certified orientation and mobility specialist (COMS)

Answer

IDEA requires that O&M services be provided by a qualified professional, which is a certified orientation and mobility specialist (COMS).

Question 5

A 6-year-old with retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) grade IV has usable central vision but severely reduced peripheral fields. Which low vision device would MOST directly address difficulties during classroom transitions?

Accepted Answer

A reverse telescope to expand the visual field

Answer

A reverse (inverted) telescope minifies the image, effectively expanding the perceived visual field and aiding mobility in students with significant peripheral field loss.

(BRS) Blind Rehabilitation Specialist Certification Practice Test

(BRS) Blind Rehabilitation Specialist Certification Practice Test

BRS Pediatric Visual Impairment Services 3