Question 1

Which theory purports that spatial knowledge of the external world is derived from movement experiences associated with vision and memory?

Accepted Answer

A) Motor control theory 
B) Ecological theory 
C) Visuo-spatial theory 
D) Theory of dyspraxia 
A) Motor control theory 
B) Ecological theory 
C) Visuo-spatial theory 
D) Theory of dyspraxia

Question 2

Match the brain structure to the function.
-Structure-Basal ganglia

Accepted Answer

A) Function-Plays major role in planning and execution of coordinated movement; regulates timing and force of movements 
B) Function-Plays major role in setting goals; active when we perform 
C) Function-Active when movement occurs in response to external events 
D) Function-Initiates complex movement; active during completion of movement 
E) Function-Major site of convergence of bilateral somatosensory inputs from the body with input from other sensory systems
F)Function-Depends primarily on proprioceptive inputs and is active when action is self-initiated 
A) Function-Plays major role in planning and execution of coordinated movement; regulates timing and force of movements 
B) Function-Plays major role in setting goals; active when we perform 
C) Function-Active when movement occurs in response to external events 
D) Function-Initiates complex movement; active during completion of movement 
E) Function-Major site of convergence of bilateral somatosensory inputs from the body with input from other sensory systems
F)Function-Depends primarily on proprioceptive inputs and is active when action is self-initiated

Question 3

Individuals with somatodyspraxia will benefit MOST from engaging in which activity?

Accepted Answer

A) Repetitively going through a "steam roller" 
B) Brainstorming ideas about how to use an everyday object in new ways 
C) Throwing bean bags into a bucket while swinging 
D) Repeatedly practicing shoe tying and buttoning techniques 
A) Repetitively going through a "steam roller" 
B) Brainstorming ideas about how to use an everyday object in new ways 
C) Throwing bean bags into a bucket while swinging 
D) Repeatedly practicing shoe tying and buttoning techniques

Question 4

When observing a student during recess, you notice the child sits on the sideline of the pick-up soccer game and uses playground equipment inappropriately. The student's teacher reports that the child has a difficult time figuring out what to make when given free time in art class, or deciding what to write about during morning journal time. These observations indicate the student most likely has deficits with __________ (choose the BEST answer).

Accepted Answer

A) Ideation 
B) Somatodyspraxia 
C) Social interaction 
D) Bilateral coordination 
A) Ideation 
B) Somatodyspraxia 
C) Social interaction 
D) Bilateral coordination

Question 5

Tactile and proprioceptive sensations are the only sensory systems that contribute to the development of an adequate body scheme.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Match the brain structure to the function.
-Structure-Areas 5 and 7

Accepted Answer

A) Function-Plays major role in planning and execution of coordinated movement; regulates timing and force of movements 
B) Function-Plays major role in setting goals; active when we perform 
C) Function-Active when movement occurs in response to external events 
D) Function-Initiates complex movement; active during completion of movement 
E) Function-Major site of convergence of bilateral somatosensory inputs from the body with input from other sensory systems
F)Function-Depends primarily on proprioceptive inputs and is active when action is self-initiated 
A) Function-Plays major role in planning and execution of coordinated movement; regulates timing and force of movements 
B) Function-Plays major role in setting goals; active when we perform 
C) Function-Active when movement occurs in response to external events 
D) Function-Initiates complex movement; active during completion of movement 
E) Function-Major site of convergence of bilateral somatosensory inputs from the body with input from other sensory systems
F)Function-Depends primarily on proprioceptive inputs and is active when action is self-initiated

Question 7

Ayers believed sensory integration (SI) intervention was a transaction among client, task, and environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following statements BEST describes dynamical systems theory?

Accepted Answer

A) Behaviors are fluid, highly variable, and rely on interaction or exploration within the environment. 
B) Integration of sensory inputs is necessary for organization of behavior. 
C) Repetition of motor skills is needed for them to be stored and retrieved in an adaptive manner. 
D) Skills are acquired in a hierarchical manner over the course of development. 
A) Behaviors are fluid, highly variable, and rely on interaction or exploration within the environment. 
B) Integration of sensory inputs is necessary for organization of behavior. 
C) Repetition of motor skills is needed for them to be stored and retrieved in an adaptive manner. 
D) Skills are acquired in a hierarchical manner over the course of development.

Question 9

According to Ayers, tactile awareness contributes to development of a semiconscious body scheme.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Individuals with bilateral integration and sequencing (BIS) deficits often score within normal limits on the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test (SIPT), but with a pattern of low scores.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Match the brain structure to the function.
-Structure-Supplemental motor area (SMA)

Accepted Answer

A) Function-Plays major role in planning and execution of coordinated movement; regulates timing and force of movements 
B) Function-Plays major role in setting goals; active when we perform 
C) Function-Active when movement occurs in response to external events 
D) Function-Initiates complex movement; active during completion of movement 
E) Function-Major site of convergence of bilateral somatosensory inputs from the body with input from other sensory systems
F)Function-Depends primarily on proprioceptive inputs and is active when action is self-initiated 
A) Function-Plays major role in planning and execution of coordinated movement; regulates timing and force of movements 
B) Function-Plays major role in setting goals; active when we perform 
C) Function-Active when movement occurs in response to external events 
D) Function-Initiates complex movement; active during completion of movement 
E) Function-Major site of convergence of bilateral somatosensory inputs from the body with input from other sensory systems
F)Function-Depends primarily on proprioceptive inputs and is active when action is self-initiated

Question 12

All children who have dyspraxia have sensory integrative (SI) dysfunction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Ideational difficulties do not occur in individuals with above-average intelligence and language skills.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Developmental coordination disorder (DCD) and Deficits in Attention, Motor Control, and Perception (DAMP) have symptoms that overlap with dyspraxia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Ideation involves all of the following EXCEPT ________________.

Accepted Answer

A) Conceptualizing the goal for an action and some idea of how to achieve that goal 
B) Cognitive processes that contribute to a child's ability to be creative and playful 
C) Knowing what do with toys and objects 
D) Coordinated use of the two body sides 
A) Conceptualizing the goal for an action and some idea of how to achieve that goal 
B) Cognitive processes that contribute to a child's ability to be creative and playful 
C) Knowing what do with toys and objects 
D) Coordinated use of the two body sides

Question 16

In sensory integration (SI) intervention, passive interventions (e.g., passive range of motion and joint compression) are frequently used to help develop body scheme and facilitate improved praxis skills.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Children with practic disorders outgrow many of the deficits by adolescence and adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Bilateral integration and sequencing (BIS) deficits indicate a severe practic disorder and would be obvious to most parents, teachers, and clinicians.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Blood flow to the sensory motor area (SMA), premotor, and frontal cortices increases during mental practice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 5: Praxis and Dyspraxia

Which theory purports that spatial knowledge of the external world is derived from movement experiences associated with vision and memory?

Match the brain structure to the function. -Structure-Basal ganglia

Individuals with somatodyspraxia will benefit MOST from engaging in which activity?

Tactile and proprioceptive sensations are the only sensory systems that contribute to the development of an adequate body scheme.

Match the brain structure to the function. -Structure-Areas 5 and 7

Ayers believed sensory integration (SI) intervention was a transaction among client, task, and environment.

Which of the following statements BEST describes dynamical systems theory?

According to Ayers, tactile awareness contributes to development of a semiconscious body scheme.

Individuals with bilateral integration and sequencing (BIS) deficits often score within normal limits on the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test (SIPT), but with a pattern of low scores.

Match the brain structure to the function. -Structure-Supplemental motor area (SMA)

All children who have dyspraxia have sensory integrative (SI) dysfunction.

Ideational difficulties do not occur in individuals with above-average intelligence and language skills.

Developmental coordination disorder (DCD) and Deficits in Attention, Motor Control, and Perception (DAMP) have symptoms that overlap with dyspraxia.

Ideation involves all of the following EXCEPT ________________.

In sensory integration (SI) intervention, passive interventions (e.g., passive range of motion and joint compression) are frequently used to help develop body scheme and facilitate improved praxis skills.

Children with practic disorders outgrow many of the deficits by adolescence and adulthood.

Bilateral integration and sequencing (BIS) deficits indicate a severe practic disorder and would be obvious to most parents, teachers, and clinicians.

Blood flow to the sensory motor area (SMA), premotor, and frontal cortices increases during mental practice.

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Sensory Integration in Everyday Life

Composing a Theory: an Historical Perspective

Structure and Function of the Sensory Systems

Sensory Modulation Functions and Disorders

Sensory Discrimination Functions and Disorders

Assessment of Sensory Integration Functions Using the Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests

Using Clinical Observations Within the Evaluation Process

Assessing Sensory Integrative Dysfunction Without the Sipt

Interpreting and Explaining Evaluation Data

The Art of Therapy

The Science of Intervention: Creating Direct Intervention From Theory

Distilling Sensory Integration Theory for Use: Making Sense of the Complexity

Advances in Sensory Integration Research: Clinically Based Research

Advances in Sensory Integration Research: Basic Science Research

Using Sensory Integration Theory in Coaching

Complementary Programs for Intervention

Application of Sensory Integration With Specific Populations

Planning and Implementing Intervention Using Sensory Integration Theory

Planning and Implementing Intervention: A Case Example of a Child With Autism

Viewing Intervention Through Different Lenses

Is Sensory Integration Effective a Complicated Question to End the Book

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