Lifespan Development Exam 1
Questions with Correct Answers
Bronfenbrenner's ecological model is the application of studying human development in
their natural habitat. This is represented by:
A) A hierarchy of needs progressing from survival to self-actualization
B) Stages of development across the life span
C)A step-like progression of skills
D) Concentric circles of systems with the individual at the center - ANSWERSD)
Concentric circles of systems with the individual at the center
Age, environment, and social expectations all contribute to a definition of:
A)Body growth
B)Normal biophysical function
C) Restrictions in activity
D) Wear and tear on the body - ANSWERSB)Normal biophysical function
The periods of child development seem to be more easily defined than the periods of
adulthood because:
A) Adulthood is defined more by life role transitions than age.
B) Child development is influenced mostly by their caregivers.
C) Childhood development follows a strict trajectory of milestones.
D) Infancy ends when the child can walk. - ANSWERSA) Adulthood is defined more by
life role transitions than age.
Individuals older than 85 who have restriction in Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
(IADL)MOST often report which of the following IADL limitations:
Cooking
Self-Care
Transportation
, Walking - ANSWERSTransportation
Heredity plays a role in development, however differences exist between siblings in the
same family with the same parenting. How do researchers explain these differences?
A) Environmental influences
B) Favored child
c) Gender
D) age - ANSWERSA) Environmental influences
The psychological domain of function relates to:
A) How we perceive our ability to function.
B) Sensorimotor tasks needed to perform activities of daily living.
C) Successfully completing social roles and obligations.
D) The ability to interact with other people. - ANSWERSHow we perceive our ability to
function.
Variability in movement is often the first red flag to indicate a developmental delay [T/F]
- ANSWERSF
A physical therapist observes a change in the muscle tone of an infant's extremities as a
result of head rotation. Which developmental reflex corresponds to this type of
response?
A. Asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
B. Crossed extension reflex
C. Symmetrical tonic labyrinthe reflex
D. Symmetrical tonic neck reflex - ANSWERSA. Asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
A physical therapist oversees an exercise group for older adults at a community center.
During an observation of the class the PT noticed the instructor was moving around the
room giving verbal instructions to the group only occasionally demonstrating the arm
and leg movements. The group was moving but most were not able to keep up with the
instructions. From a motor control perspective, what is the BEST strategy to improve the
group's performance?
A. Provide continuous physical demonstration
B. Provide fewer verbal cues
C. Provide more verbal cues
D. Provide one on one instruction prior to participation in the group - ANSWERSA.
Provide continuous physical demonstration
Questions with Correct Answers
Bronfenbrenner's ecological model is the application of studying human development in
their natural habitat. This is represented by:
A) A hierarchy of needs progressing from survival to self-actualization
B) Stages of development across the life span
C)A step-like progression of skills
D) Concentric circles of systems with the individual at the center - ANSWERSD)
Concentric circles of systems with the individual at the center
Age, environment, and social expectations all contribute to a definition of:
A)Body growth
B)Normal biophysical function
C) Restrictions in activity
D) Wear and tear on the body - ANSWERSB)Normal biophysical function
The periods of child development seem to be more easily defined than the periods of
adulthood because:
A) Adulthood is defined more by life role transitions than age.
B) Child development is influenced mostly by their caregivers.
C) Childhood development follows a strict trajectory of milestones.
D) Infancy ends when the child can walk. - ANSWERSA) Adulthood is defined more by
life role transitions than age.
Individuals older than 85 who have restriction in Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
(IADL)MOST often report which of the following IADL limitations:
Cooking
Self-Care
Transportation
, Walking - ANSWERSTransportation
Heredity plays a role in development, however differences exist between siblings in the
same family with the same parenting. How do researchers explain these differences?
A) Environmental influences
B) Favored child
c) Gender
D) age - ANSWERSA) Environmental influences
The psychological domain of function relates to:
A) How we perceive our ability to function.
B) Sensorimotor tasks needed to perform activities of daily living.
C) Successfully completing social roles and obligations.
D) The ability to interact with other people. - ANSWERSHow we perceive our ability to
function.
Variability in movement is often the first red flag to indicate a developmental delay [T/F]
- ANSWERSF
A physical therapist observes a change in the muscle tone of an infant's extremities as a
result of head rotation. Which developmental reflex corresponds to this type of
response?
A. Asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
B. Crossed extension reflex
C. Symmetrical tonic labyrinthe reflex
D. Symmetrical tonic neck reflex - ANSWERSA. Asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
A physical therapist oversees an exercise group for older adults at a community center.
During an observation of the class the PT noticed the instructor was moving around the
room giving verbal instructions to the group only occasionally demonstrating the arm
and leg movements. The group was moving but most were not able to keep up with the
instructions. From a motor control perspective, what is the BEST strategy to improve the
group's performance?
A. Provide continuous physical demonstration
B. Provide fewer verbal cues
C. Provide more verbal cues
D. Provide one on one instruction prior to participation in the group - ANSWERSA.
Provide continuous physical demonstration
