CAS CAS Sensory Processing & Integration Competency

Question 1

Which sensory processing pattern is most commonly observed in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

Accepted Answer

A combination of hyper- and hypo-responsiveness across different sensory domains

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Hypo-responsiveness only

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Hyper-responsiveness only

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No sensory processing differences

Question 2

What term describes a decreased or absent response to sensory stimuli in individuals with ASD?

Accepted Answer

Hypo-responsiveness

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Sensory modulation disorder

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Hyperreactivity

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Sensory defensiveness

Question 3

Which intervention framework specifically addresses sensory processing differences through structured sensory activities and environments?

Accepted Answer

Sensory Integration Therapy (SI)

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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

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Social Stories

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Discrete Trial Training

Question 4

A child with ASD covers their ears frequently in the cafeteria. This behavior most likely reflects:

Accepted Answer

Auditory hyper-responsiveness

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Auditory hypo-responsiveness

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Vestibular dysfunction

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Proprioceptive seeking

Question 5

Which sensory system provides information about body position, muscle tension, and joint movement?

Accepted Answer

Proprioceptive

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Vestibular

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Interoceptive

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Olfactory

Question 6

What is the term for self-stimulatory repetitive sensory behaviors (e.g., hand-flapping, rocking) observed in many individuals with ASD?

Accepted Answer

Stimming

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Echolalia

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Perseveration

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Scripting