Cognitive Domains Flashcards
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Which WAIS-IV cognitive domain is primarily assessed by the Digit Span subtest?
Answer: Working Memory
Digit Span measures working memory by requiring the examinee to recall sequences of numbers forward, backward, and in sequence.
The WAIS-IV Processing Speed Index (PSI) is most sensitive to which type of impairment?
Answer: Neurological or attentional difficulties
PSI is highly sensitive to neurological damage, ADHD, and attention difficulties because it requires rapid, accurate responding under time pressure.
A person who scores high on Verbal Comprehension but low on Perceptual Reasoning likely demonstrates stronger ability in which area?
Answer: Crystallized verbal knowledge
Verbal Comprehension measures crystallized knowledge and language-based reasoning, which reflects accumulated learning.
Which subtest contributes to the Perceptual Reasoning Index by requiring spatial construction with red and white blocks?
Answer: Block Design
Block Design requires the examinee to replicate two-dimensional patterns using colored blocks, measuring spatial and constructional ability.
On the WAIS-IV, which composite index replaced the older Freedom from Distractibility index?
Answer: Working Memory Index
The Working Memory Index (WMI) in WAIS-IV replaced the older Freedom from Distractibility factor found in earlier WAIS versions.
Which cognitive domain is most directly tapped when an examinee is asked to explain the similarity between two abstract concepts?
Answer: Verbal Comprehension
The Similarities subtest, part of Verbal Comprehension, requires verbal abstract reasoning by identifying shared categories between two concepts.
In interpreting WAIS-IV profiles, a significant discrepancy between the Verbal Comprehension Index and Working Memory Index may suggest difficulties with:
Answer: Auditory attention and short-term retention
Working Memory relies heavily on auditory attention and short-term storage, so a VCI–WMI gap often points to auditory processing or attention weaknesses.