Child Abuse
Alcohol
Other Drugs
Lead Poisoning
Low SES
100
Name 2 consequences of child abuse.
Two of the following: 1. insecure attachments with caregivers 2. disassociation 3. interpersonal difficulties 4. aggressive behavior 5. low self-esteem 6. eating disorders 7. PTS 8. depression 9. anxiety 10. self-harming behaviors
100
What is the cause of FAS?
The consumption of alcohol during pregnancy.
100
What is prenatal drug exposure?
The use of substances of abuse during pregnancy.
100
Name 1 way you can be exposed to lead.
1. Lead paint 2. Lead contaminated dust/soil 3. Traditional home remedies 4. Candies from Mexico
100
What three aspects are considered when determining socioeconomic status?
1. Income 2. Education 3. Occupation
200
Name the 4 types of child abuse.
1. Physical abuse 2. Emotional abuse 3. Sexual abuse 4. Neglect
200
What percentage of children who have FAS have a disruptive school experience?
60%
200
Is nicotine considered a prenatal drug of abuse?
Yes.
200
Can exposure to lead be corrected? If so, how?
No, damage done by lead cannot be reversed
200
How can family turmoil and less social support affect a student’s preparation for school?
Less responsive parents may reduce the amount of time the parents can engage in conversation with the student, leaving the child less prepared to meet verbal and language expectations in school.
300
What is the prevalence rate of abuse for children with impairments?
Approximately 30% (3.4 times more likely than children without impairments)
300
What type of abnormality common with FAS is the cause of delayed brain development and intellectual impairment?
Central Nervous System Abnormalities
300
Most current research on prenatal drug exposure has been focused on this drug.
Cocaine
300
Define lead poisoning.
An environmental pollutant that causes developmental delays in children.
300
How does increased exposure to toxins and allergens adversely affect a student’s academic performance?
More illnesses and more days absent from school.
400
What information should you report to Child Protective Services if you suspect child abuse?
1. Child's name 2. Identifying marks of the child 3. Information known about the caregivers who interact with the child 4. Child's address 5. Dates when incidents were noted and types of incidents that occurred 6. History of previously noted incidents.
400
What common neurobehavioral disorder is FAS sometimes mistaken for?
ADHD
400
What drug discussed is one of the most predictive risk factors for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome?
Nicotine
400
How is someone identified as having been exposed to lead?
Through a blood test. The person's blood level has to be at or above 5 micrograms per deciliter.
400
How does Head Start help families of low SES?
Through the use of health and nutrition services as well as cognitive, social, and emotional resources.
500
What does CAPTA stand for?
The Child Abuse and Prevention Treatment Act
500
What is the most common secondary problem seen in those with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome?
Mental Health Problems
500
What does an Apgar score assess?
The condition of newborns (appearance, pulse, grimace, activity, respiration)
500
Name 3 ways that lead poisoning affects children.
1. Affects IQ 2. Ability to pay attention 3. Academic achievement 4. Damages to the brain and nervous system 5. Behavior and learning problems, such as hyperactivity 6. Slowed growth 7. Hearing problems 8. Headaches 9. Recently found to have effects on conduct
500
What are 3 other ways to enhance student performance when considering SES?
1. Title One tutor programs 2. Increased access to resources 3. Increased coordination between schools and health care providers
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