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futuristic · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Tony, a 7-year-old boy, has been acting out in class. The school psychologist wants to determine what affective, cognitive, and environmental factors may be contributing to this. Which assessment would best achieve this goal?

A) Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)
B) Sensory Integration Assessment (SIA)
C) Individualized Education Assessment (IEA)
D) Service Coordination Assessment (SCA)

Question 2

The nurse is working in an after-school activities program for children with developmental disabilities. The nurse notes one young boy sitting out most of the exercises.

The nurse learns that the child needs physical therapy, but his parents cannot afford the treatments. The nurse submits a request for a consult with which member of the multidisciplinary team?
A) The dietician
B) The social worker
C) The occupational therapist
D) The child psychologist

stanleka1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
The FBA generally is considered a problem-solving process; the focus is identifying significant, pupil-specific social, affective, cognitive, and environmental factors associated with challenging behaviors. The goal is to understand what is causing and reinforcing them.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
The professional social worker helps people obtain tangible services, often involving financial concerns.