Question 1

How would you describe total communication (TC)? It

Accepted Answer

Total communication (TC) is an approach to communication which combines a number of sensory modalities such as sign language, speech, facial expressions, and gestures. This approach aims to provide a more comprehensive communication environment for individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.

Question 2

Appropriate accommodations for students with a mild hearing loss may include

Accepted Answer

Utilizing preferential seating can help the student with a mild hearing loss by allowing them to sit closer to the teacher or speaker. Using a hearing aid or personal FM system can also amplify sound and make it easier for the student to hear. Having a seeing eye dog is not relevant to addressing a student's hearing loss.

Question 3

The primary objective of an assessment of a student with a hearing impairment is to establish a profile of the individual's abilities. This assessment can typically be done by

Accepted Answer

C

Question 4

Universal hearing screening for newborns is important because hearing loss

Accepted Answer

Hearing loss is the most common congenital disorder in newborns, affecting approximately 1-2 of every 1000 infants. Early detection through universal hearing screening allows for early intervention and improved outcomes for the child's language and cognitive development. While hearing aids may be recommended for some infants, intervention may also include surgery, cochlear implants, or other options depending on the severity and cause of the hearing loss.

Question 5

The rate for some degree of hearing impairment for infants born in the United States occur in

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the rate for some degree of hearing impairment for infants born in the United States is approximately 1 in every 22 infants. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Question 6

Preferential seating will enhance the ability of a student with a hearing impairment to hear and understand what is said in the classroom. This can be done by placing the student

Accepted Answer

Placing a student with a hearing impairment near where the teacher typically teaches can help them hear and understand better. This allows the student to have a clearer line of sight to the teacher and to better see any visual aids that are being used. Additionally, seating the student away from other noise sources can help to reduce distractions and make it easier for them to focus on the teacher's voice. Therefore, the best choice is a combination of A and B.

Question 7

The area of development most severely affected for children who are deaf is

Accepted Answer

Children who are deaf often have a delay in speech and language skills because they do not have full access to the spoken language. This can also affect their overall cognitive development and academic performance. Therefore, speech and language skills are most severely affected in children who are deaf.

Question 8

A prelingual hearing impairment refers to an impairment that occurs

Accepted Answer

Prelingual hearing impairment refers to an impairment that occurs at birth or before the development of speech and language. Options A, B, and C all refer to impairments that occur after speech and language development has already begun.

Question 9

Strategies for facilitating the student's speech reading include

Accepted Answer

Standing in one place while talking helps the student by providing a stable visual field, making it easier to focus on the speaker's lips, facial expressions, and gestures, which are all crucial for effective speechreading.

Question 10

The academic area most negatively affected by a hearing impairment is

Accepted Answer

A hearing impairment can greatly affect a person's ability to effectively comprehend language and speech, making reading comprehension much more difficult. While writing, mathematics, and science may also be impacted, they rely less heavily on auditory input and may be more accessible through visual and tactile means.

Question 11

Research on the levels of intelligence of children with hearing impairments indicates that, when compared to children without hearing impairments, these children have

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that children with hearing impairments generally have similar levels of intelligence to those without hearing impairments, although they may face challenges in communication and language development.

Question 12

Strategies for facilitating speech reading include

Accepted Answer

Both options B and C are helpful strategies for facilitating speech reading. Using visual aids such as pictures and diagrams can provide additional context and cues for the student, while looking directly at the pupil when speaking can allow them to better see your lips and facial expressions. Moving around while talking may actually be distracting and make it more difficult for the student to focus on speech reading.

Question 13

In 1817, the first school in the United States for students with a significant hearing loss was called the American Asylum for the Education of the Deaf and Dumb. Today we know the school as

Accepted Answer

The correct name of the first school in the United States for students with a significant hearing loss is the American School for the Deaf. The other options are not the names of the first school for the deaf in the US. Thomas H. Gallaudet College (now Gallaudet University) is a university for the deaf and hard of hearing, but it was not the first school for the deaf in the US. The University for the Deaf and George Mason University do not focus solely on educating the deaf and hard of hearing.

Question 14

A leading cause of mild to moderate conductive hearing loss in children is

Accepted Answer

Otitis media, an infection of the middle ear, can cause inflammation and fluid buildup, blocking the transmission of sound to the inner ear and resulting in conductive hearing loss. The other options are not typically associated with conductive hearing loss in children.

Question 15

Some of the causes of hearing loss include the following factors

Accepted Answer

Hearing loss can be caused by environmental factors such as exposure to loud noises or trauma to the ear, infections such as meningitis or otitis media, and genetic or hereditary factors such as age-related hearing loss or congenital malformations. Therefore, all of the above factors can contribute to hearing loss.

Question 16

The degree of hearing loss can be measured in decibels and the frequency of the sound described in

Accepted Answer

Decibels (dB) are used to measure the degree of hearing loss, while frequency is measured in Hertz (Hz). Therefore, the best choice for describing the frequency of sound is D) Hertz. Sprint, Verizon, and Avis are not relevant to measuring hearing loss or sound frequency.

Question 17

When a student uses hearing aids, the teacher should

Accepted Answer

The teacher should check the hearing aids every day to ensure that they are working properly and the student is able to access auditory information in the classroom. This also allows for any issues with the hearing aids to be addressed and resolved quickly. It is important for the teacher to work in partnership with the parent to ensure that the hearing aids are being properly maintained and that there is a spare battery available if needed, but the responsibility of daily checks falls on the teacher.

Question 18

Postlingual children who are deaf generally develop better speech, language, reading, and writing skills because their hearing loss occurs

Accepted Answer

Postlingual children who are deaf have already acquired speech and language before their hearing loss, which allows them to access the auditory feedback necessary for the development of these skills. Therefore, they tend to have better speech, language, reading, and writing skills than those who are born deaf or lose their hearing before acquiring these skills.

Question 19

How can you facilitate the acceptance of a student who is deaf or who has a hearing loss in your first grade general education classroom?

Accepted Answer

Providing a model of positive acceptance and implementing modifications in a natural manner is the best way to facilitate the acceptance of a student who is deaf or has a hearing loss in a general education classroom. This can include basic modifications such as ensuring the student is seated in a good location to hear the teacher, speak clearly and at a moderate pace, and using visual aids to reinforce instruction. It is important to ensure that the student feels accepted and included in the classroom community. Waiting until they are in older grades, passing on parent communication to outside of school hours, or assuming that students will figure it out on their own are not appropriate or effective strategies.

Question 20

How is manual communication different from oral communication?

Accepted Answer

Manual communication involves the use of hands to communicate through sign language, while oral communication involves the use of speech, voice, and other audible sounds. They are two different approaches to communicating and learning language skills.

Quiz 11: Individuals With Hearing Impairments

How would you describe total communication (TC) ? It