Intellectual Disability
An individual would be diagnosed with this if they have a reduced intellectual ability and difficulty with everyday activities.
What is an Intellectual Disability (ID)?
A group of conditions that affect movement and posture. It's caused by damage that occurs to the developing brain, most often before birth.
What is Cerebral Palsy?
A neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance and loss of consciousness or convulsions
What is Epilepsy?
It is marked by memory disorders, personality changes, and impaired reasoning.
What is Dementia?
Mild, Moderate, Severe and Profound
What are the 4 different levels of Intellectual Disability?
It is a condition where there is an extra copy of chromosome 21.
What is Down Syndrome?
The medical term for swallowing problems
What is Dysphagia?
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What is Trauma?
Household tasks, socializing or managing money.
What are examples of skills impacted by Intellectual Disabilities?
A developmental disability caused by differences in the brain and can cause; fixated interest considered abnormal, attachment to routines and difficulties in relationship development.
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Occurs when stomach acid repeatedly flows back into the tube connecting your mouth and stomach.
What is Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
It is similar to schizophrenia however, there is a mood component.
What is Schizoaffective Disorder?
Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Occupational Therapists and Specialist Trained Nurses
Who are used in the diagnostic process for suspected Intellectual Disabilities?
A rare genetic condition that can cause; an excessive appetite and overeating, restricted growth, weak muscles and lack of sexual development.
What is Prader Willi Syndrome?
This occurs when food or liquid is breathed into the airways or lungs instead of being swallowed.
Risperidone, olanzapine, quetiapine, clozapine, haloperidol
What are common antipsychotic medications?
Reduced ability to learn new skills, reduced ability to cope independently and starts before adulthood with lasting effect on development.
What are the 3 components of an Intellectual Disability?
A very rare genetic condition which characteristics can include ADHD like symptoms, developmental delays and self injurious behaviors
What is Cornelia De Lange Syndrome?
This is the second most common immediate cause of death after respiratory disorders.
What is Cardiovascular Disease?
What is the information you should record when a client has had a seizure?