BRS Pediatric Visual Impairment Services 4

Question 1

A student who is deafblind is BEST served educationally through which approach to communication?

Accepted Answer

An individualized communication system based on the student's sensory, cognitive, and motor abilities

Answer

Students who are deafblind require highly individualized communication systems developed from comprehensive assessment of their unique sensory, motor, and cognitive profiles.

Question 2

The Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) differs from an IEP in that the IFSP:

Accepted Answer

Focuses on family outcomes and is used for children birth to age 3

Answer

The IFSP, used under Part C of IDEA for children birth to age 3, centers on family-identified outcomes and supports, recognizing the family as the primary context for early development.

Question 3

Which tactile skill is considered a prerequisite for braille reading readiness in young children?

Accepted Answer

Fine motor manipulation and discrimination of small objects

Answer

Fine motor manipulation and tactile discrimination of small objects are essential precursor skills that support the ability to differentiate braille cell patterns.

Question 4

A TVI collaborating with a speech-language pathologist for a child with multiple disabilities and visual impairment should focus on which integrated goal area?

Accepted Answer

Developing communication strategies that account for the child's visual access to AAC symbols

Answer

Effective collaboration requires that AAC symbol design, display layout, and placement account for the child's functional vision to ensure accessible and effective communication.

Question 5

Which environmental modification would MOST benefit a preschool student with photophobia due to achromatopsia?

Accepted Answer

Providing tinted lenses and positioning the child away from windows

Answer

Achromatopsia involves extreme light sensitivity; tinted lenses reduce glare and positioning away from windows minimizes exposure to bright light sources.

(BRS) Blind Rehabilitation Specialist Certification Practice Test

(BRS) Blind Rehabilitation Specialist Certification Practice Test

BRS Pediatric Visual Impairment Services 4