Question 1

Common causes of dysarthria include which of the following?&#10;A)Weakness in muscles used for hearing&#10;B)Weakness in muscles used for speech&#10;C)Heart attack&#10;D)Hearing loss

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Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder caused by weakness or paralysis in the muscles used for speech production. It can be caused by various neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and ALS. Weakness in muscles used for hearing (choice A), a heart attack (choice C), and hearing loss (choice D) do not directly cause dysarthria.

Question 2

If a client becomes frustrated while trying to answer questions, what should the support worker do?&#10;A)Take a deep breath and ask the question again.&#10;B)Bring up the subject later.&#10;C)Ask the client what is wrong.&#10;D)Ask the question more slowly and in a louder voice.

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

Which is correct about communication boards?&#10;A)They require the client to touch the screen&#10;B)They are large computers&#10;C)They show pictures or words for activities of daily living&#10;D)They contain speakers that state the message

Accepted Answer

Communication boards typically show pictures or words that the client can point to or indicate with their eyes or other means.

Answer: A and/or D (depends on the type of communication board)
 Some communication boards do require the client to touch the screen, while others may use other methods of input such as eye gaze or switches. Similarly, some communication boards may have speakers that state the message, while others may not have this feature. The answer would depend on the specific type of communication board.

Answer: B
 Communication boards can come in various forms, but they are generally not considered "large computers." They may be handheld devices, tablets, or other devices specifically designed for communication purposes.

Question 4

The term dysarthria means which of the following?&#10;A)Inability to correctly move the muscles used to speak&#10;B)Difficulty speaking clearly&#10;C)Hearing loss&#10;D)Speech and hearing impairment.

Accepted Answer

Dysarthria refers to difficulty speaking clearly due to problems with the muscles used for speech, not an inability to move them or hearing issues.

Question 5

Aphasia is a partial or complete loss of which of the following?&#10;A)Speech only&#10;B)Language skills only&#10;C)Hearing&#10;D)Speech and language skills

Accepted Answer

Aphasia is a loss of both speech and language skills. It can occur due to damage to the brain, often caused by a stroke or head injury.

Question 6

Which of the following is true of aphasia?&#10;A)Cerebral vascular accident (CVA) is the most common cause.&#10;B)It never happens to people with dementia.&#10;C)It always involves complete loss of speech.&#10;D)It always involves complete loss of language skills.

Accepted Answer

Cerebral vascular accident (CVA), also known as a stroke, is the most common cause of aphasia. Other causes include traumatic brain injury, brain tumors, and degenerative neurological diseases.

Answer: None of the above 
 Neither B, C nor D are true of aphasia. People with dementia can experience aphasia in addition to other cognitive impairments. Aphasia can range from partial loss of language skills to complete loss of speech and language comprehension. It can also affect other language abilities such as reading and writing.

Question 7

Treatment for speech disorders includes which of the following?&#10;A)Muscle-strengthening exercises&#10;B)Learning how to breathe faster&#10;C)Learning how to use Braille&#10;D)Speaking louder

Accepted Answer

Muscle-strengthening exercises can help improve coordination and control of the muscles used for speech production. This can be helpful in treating certain speech disorders such as dysarthria.

Answer: D 
 For some speech disorders, speaking louder may be helpful in improving articulation and overall intelligibility. However, this would not be the sole treatment for most speech disorders.

Therefore, the correct answer is:
Answer: A,D
 Muscle-strengthening exercises and speaking louder can both be part of treatment for certain speech disorders.

Question 8

Being unable to communicate may cause the client to do which of the following?&#10;A)Experience increased self-esteem&#10;B)Spend more time with the family&#10;C)Avoid social situations&#10;D)Experience less stress

Accepted Answer

Being unable to communicate can lead to feelings of social isolation and anxiety about interacting with others, which may result in avoiding social situations altogether.

Question 9

Which of the following is the best sentence to use when speaking to a client with a speech and language disorder?&#10;A)&#34;It's time to get dressed, so let's get going and start with your blouse.&#34;&#10;B)&#34;Since you want to get dressed, here is your blouse.&#34;&#10;C)&#34;Here is your blouse; I know you like blue, so I pulled this one out.&#34;&#10;D)&#34;Here is your blouse.&#34;

Accepted Answer

The sentence "Here is your blouse." is simple and direct, making it easier for someone with a speech and language disorder to understand without additional complex information.

Question 10

What does expressive aphasia relate to?&#10;A)Difficulty articulating thoughts&#10;B)Problems with thinking and reasoning&#10;C)Difficulty understanding language&#10;D)Difficulty using the muscles needed for speech

Accepted Answer

Expressive aphasia refers to a condition where a person has difficulty articulating their thoughts and expressing themselves verbally. They may struggle to find the right words or use incorrect grammar, making it challenging for others to understand what they are trying to say.

Question 11

Receptive aphasia relates to which of the following?&#10;A)Difficulty articulating thoughts&#10;B)Problems with thinking and reasoning&#10;C)Difficulty understanding language&#10;D)Difficulty using the muscles needed for speech

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The answer of Receptive aphasia relates to which of the...

Question 12

Distractions can affect a client's concentration.Which of the following would not assist your client to communicate?&#10;A)Making sure your client is in a proper sitting position&#10;B)Closing any nearby doors and windows&#10;C)Turning down the volume of the TV&#10;D)Turning down the volume of the radio

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The answer of Distractions can affect a client's concentration.Which of...

Question 13

Cyrus has difficulty in understanding language.He may have which of the following speech or language disorders?&#10;A)Apraxia&#10;B)Expressive aphasia&#10;C)Dysarthria.&#10;D)Receptive aphasia

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The answer of Cyrus has difficulty in understanding language.He may...

Question 14

Which of the following are not acceptable when working with clients with speech and language disorders?&#10;A)Showing respect, warmth, and compassion&#10;B)Limiting the number of choices to help the client express preferences&#10;C)Sharing a client's information only with your closest family&#10;D)Always supporting and encouraging clients with speech and language disorders

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following are not acceptable...

Question 15

Which of the following is true of a person with apraxia of speech?&#10;A)Does not understand language&#10;B)Cannot use speech muscles to correctly say desired sounds and words&#10;C)Does not know what to say&#10;D)Has hearing loss and aphasia

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The answer of Which of the following is true of...

Question 16

Which of the following is a comment that a client with aphasia might say related to his situation?&#10;A)&#34;It will be all right.&#34;&#10;B)&#34;I feel calm and quiet.&#34;&#10;C)&#34;I felt &#8230; imprisoned in a tomb.&#34;&#10;D)&#34;I don't always want to speak.&#34;

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a comment...

Question 17

A client has slurred, slow, and soft speech.The support worker knows this could be symptoms of which of the following?&#10;A)Dysarthria&#10;B)Apraxia of speech&#10;C)Expressive-receptive aphasia&#10;D)Expressive aphasia.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A client has slurred, slow, and soft...

Question 18

Your client has difficulty speaking and understanding language.This is an example of which speech language disorder?&#10;A)Dysarthria&#10;B)Receptive aphasia&#10;C)Global aphasia&#10;D)Expressive aphasia

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The answer of Your client has difficulty speaking and understanding...

Question 19

Which of the following is true of speech and language disorders?&#10;A)They can occur only in childhood&#10;B)They usually begin with hearing loss&#10;C)They can occur at any age&#10;D)They may be caused by vision loss

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The answer of Which of the following is true of...

Question 20

People with this disorder cannot control lip, jaw, or tongue movements.&#10;A)Expressive-receptive aphasia&#10;B)Dysarthria&#10;C)Apraxia of speech&#10;D)Expressive aphasia

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The answer of People with this disorder cannot control lip,...

Question 21

People with expressive-receptive aphasia have problems with which of the following?&#10;A)Speaking and understanding language&#10;B)Understanding what is said&#10;C)Hearing&#10;D)Walking

Accepted Answer

The answer of People with expressive-receptive aphasia have problems with...

Question 22

Which of the following is not a type of aphasia?&#10;A)Receptive aphasia&#10;B)Expressive aphasia&#10;C)Universal aphasia&#10;D)Global aphasia

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The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 23

Mrs.White has a speech and language disorder, and the support worker is having difficulty understanding her.What should the support worker do?&#10;A)Speak in a louder voice.&#10;B)Pretend she can understand what the client is saying in order to not frustrate her further.&#10;C)Call a nurse to see if she can communicate with the client.&#10;D)Use body language and symbols.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Mrs.White has a speech and language disorder,...

Question 24

People with speech and language disorders often experience which of the following?&#10;A)Relief&#10;B)Frustration, depression, and anger&#10;C)An improved relationship with family&#10;D)High self-esteem.

Accepted Answer

The answer of People with speech and language disorders often...

Deck 39: Speech and Language Disorders