CRC Exam Questions and Answers.
Assistive Technology -
any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the
shelf, modified, or customized that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional
capabilities of individuals with disabilities
Augmentative and Alternate Communication -
A process in which the counselor identifies devices and techniques that the client can
use to improve their communication
Durable Medical Equipment -
Medicare term for reusable physical supplies such as wheelchairs and hospital beds
that are ordered by the provider for use in the home; reported with HPCPS Level II
codes.
Philosophical Principles that Define the Client's Role -
a) the client must be involved
b) the client must recognize their own beliefs and feelings and how they affect their
ability to function
c) the client must be willing to accept help
What is the purpose of anti psychotics? -
Used to treat psychiatric conditions by altering the chemistry of the brain
What are the five levels of exertion? -
1) Sedentary: less then 6lbs regularly and no more than 10lbs at a time
2) Light: less than 11lbs regularly and no more than 20lbs at a time
3) Medium: 26lbs regularly and no more than 50lbs
4) Heavy: less than 50lbs regularly and no more than 100lbs
5) Very Heavy: 50lbs regularly and more than 100lbs
7 Characteristic of "Universal Design" -
1) equitable use
2) flexibility
3) intuitiveness
4) low physical exertion
5) perceptible information
6) size & space
7) tolerance for error
Universal Design -
,design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent
possible, without the need for adaptations or specialized design.
Perceptible Information -
Principle Universal Design; services or products are made to provide information in a
way that anyone can access despite abilities or limitations.
Size & Space -
Principle Universal Design; a service or product is designed so anyone can use it,
interact with it despite limitations such as grip strength, moving, reaching, etc.
Tolerance for Error -
Principle Universal Design; product or service is designed do that user mistakes are
hard to make
5 Principles of Ethical Behavior -
1) Autonomy
2) Beneficence
3) Non-maleficence
4) Justice
5) Fidelity
Autonomy -
independence; self-determination; right to personal choice
Beneficence -
intending to do good and act in the best interest of the client
Nonmaleficence -
do no harm
Justice -
actin in a fair an impartial way towards all clients not letting "favorites" or biases
influence the service provided
Fidelity -
faithfulness to one's promises or obligations; not making insincere statements or
impossible promises
Treatment Protocol for Alzheimer's -
No cure but exercise, nutrition, physical therapy can help. Need visual monitoring to
stay safe and need frequent reminders and queues to reduce anxiety
Huntington's Disease -
A genetic disorder that surfaces around age 30 causing anxiety and physical weakness
as well as psychiatric and cognitive issues
,Muscular Dystrophy -
An umbrella term for a degenerative muscle condition
Antidepressants -
Used to treat clinical depression; typically work on the neurotransmitters serotonin, nor-
epinephrine, and/or dopamine
4 Etiologies of Medical Disorders -
1) Congenital Defects
2) Degenerative Disorders
3) Acquired Disorders
4) Unknown Origin
Striated Muscle -
controls voluntary movement
Smooth Muscle -
Control involuntary movement
Cardiac Muscle -
Comprises the heart
Physiatrists -
A Dr with expertise in body mechanics
Orthopedists -
A Dr who specializes in skeletal disorders
Tendons -
a bodily tissue that connects a muscle to the joint
4 Categories of Rheumatoid Disease -
1) Rheumatoid Arthritis
2) Spondylitis
3) Osteoarthritis
4) Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis -
an autoimmune disease that leads to inflammation of the joints and surrounding tissues
Spondylitis -
linked to genetics and affects more males than females; causes inflammation of joints
between the spinal bones, and joints between spine and pelvis, eventually causes the
affected spinal bones to join together.
, Osteoarthritis -
most common joint disorder, due to aging and "normal" wear and tear on a joint
Osteoporosis -
he thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density over time
When assessing functional capacity the two major components are... -
a) Behavior: the client's past and present actions
b) Level of skill: the difficulty of activities that the client can complete successfully
Equitable -
Principle Universal Design: a product or services provides the same benefit to any user
Flexibility -
Principle of Universal Design: a service or product is made to work in any reasonable
way
Intuitiveness -
Principle of Universal Design; a product or service is made to be used with little or no
training
Low Physical Exertion -
Principle of Universal Design: a product or service can be used comfortably, easily and
safely
Occupational Therapy -
Restore, maintain, or teach skills of daily living and work; Focus on motor skills and
mental acuity
Physical Therapy -
Restore, maintain and promote overall fitness;
Focus on strength, endurance, and range of motion
Therapeutic Recreation -
Improve and maintain overall well-being: physical, mental and emotional; Focus on
using leisure/recreational activities to increase/maintain abilities
Speech Therapy -
helps people with speech and language problems to speak more clearly.
Vocational Therapy -
A special program designed to help those with a physical or mental impairment to
obtain, prepare for, engage in, or retain a job. Services are provided through the division
of vocational rehabilitation. This program is supported by federal and state funds.
Principles of Treatment Planning -
Assistive Technology -
any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the
shelf, modified, or customized that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional
capabilities of individuals with disabilities
Augmentative and Alternate Communication -
A process in which the counselor identifies devices and techniques that the client can
use to improve their communication
Durable Medical Equipment -
Medicare term for reusable physical supplies such as wheelchairs and hospital beds
that are ordered by the provider for use in the home; reported with HPCPS Level II
codes.
Philosophical Principles that Define the Client's Role -
a) the client must be involved
b) the client must recognize their own beliefs and feelings and how they affect their
ability to function
c) the client must be willing to accept help
What is the purpose of anti psychotics? -
Used to treat psychiatric conditions by altering the chemistry of the brain
What are the five levels of exertion? -
1) Sedentary: less then 6lbs regularly and no more than 10lbs at a time
2) Light: less than 11lbs regularly and no more than 20lbs at a time
3) Medium: 26lbs regularly and no more than 50lbs
4) Heavy: less than 50lbs regularly and no more than 100lbs
5) Very Heavy: 50lbs regularly and more than 100lbs
7 Characteristic of "Universal Design" -
1) equitable use
2) flexibility
3) intuitiveness
4) low physical exertion
5) perceptible information
6) size & space
7) tolerance for error
Universal Design -
,design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent
possible, without the need for adaptations or specialized design.
Perceptible Information -
Principle Universal Design; services or products are made to provide information in a
way that anyone can access despite abilities or limitations.
Size & Space -
Principle Universal Design; a service or product is designed so anyone can use it,
interact with it despite limitations such as grip strength, moving, reaching, etc.
Tolerance for Error -
Principle Universal Design; product or service is designed do that user mistakes are
hard to make
5 Principles of Ethical Behavior -
1) Autonomy
2) Beneficence
3) Non-maleficence
4) Justice
5) Fidelity
Autonomy -
independence; self-determination; right to personal choice
Beneficence -
intending to do good and act in the best interest of the client
Nonmaleficence -
do no harm
Justice -
actin in a fair an impartial way towards all clients not letting "favorites" or biases
influence the service provided
Fidelity -
faithfulness to one's promises or obligations; not making insincere statements or
impossible promises
Treatment Protocol for Alzheimer's -
No cure but exercise, nutrition, physical therapy can help. Need visual monitoring to
stay safe and need frequent reminders and queues to reduce anxiety
Huntington's Disease -
A genetic disorder that surfaces around age 30 causing anxiety and physical weakness
as well as psychiatric and cognitive issues
,Muscular Dystrophy -
An umbrella term for a degenerative muscle condition
Antidepressants -
Used to treat clinical depression; typically work on the neurotransmitters serotonin, nor-
epinephrine, and/or dopamine
4 Etiologies of Medical Disorders -
1) Congenital Defects
2) Degenerative Disorders
3) Acquired Disorders
4) Unknown Origin
Striated Muscle -
controls voluntary movement
Smooth Muscle -
Control involuntary movement
Cardiac Muscle -
Comprises the heart
Physiatrists -
A Dr with expertise in body mechanics
Orthopedists -
A Dr who specializes in skeletal disorders
Tendons -
a bodily tissue that connects a muscle to the joint
4 Categories of Rheumatoid Disease -
1) Rheumatoid Arthritis
2) Spondylitis
3) Osteoarthritis
4) Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis -
an autoimmune disease that leads to inflammation of the joints and surrounding tissues
Spondylitis -
linked to genetics and affects more males than females; causes inflammation of joints
between the spinal bones, and joints between spine and pelvis, eventually causes the
affected spinal bones to join together.
, Osteoarthritis -
most common joint disorder, due to aging and "normal" wear and tear on a joint
Osteoporosis -
he thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density over time
When assessing functional capacity the two major components are... -
a) Behavior: the client's past and present actions
b) Level of skill: the difficulty of activities that the client can complete successfully
Equitable -
Principle Universal Design: a product or services provides the same benefit to any user
Flexibility -
Principle of Universal Design: a service or product is made to work in any reasonable
way
Intuitiveness -
Principle of Universal Design; a product or service is made to be used with little or no
training
Low Physical Exertion -
Principle of Universal Design: a product or service can be used comfortably, easily and
safely
Occupational Therapy -
Restore, maintain, or teach skills of daily living and work; Focus on motor skills and
mental acuity
Physical Therapy -
Restore, maintain and promote overall fitness;
Focus on strength, endurance, and range of motion
Therapeutic Recreation -
Improve and maintain overall well-being: physical, mental and emotional; Focus on
using leisure/recreational activities to increase/maintain abilities
Speech Therapy -
helps people with speech and language problems to speak more clearly.
Vocational Therapy -
A special program designed to help those with a physical or mental impairment to
obtain, prepare for, engage in, or retain a job. Services are provided through the division
of vocational rehabilitation. This program is supported by federal and state funds.
Principles of Treatment Planning -
