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RESNA ATP (Assistive Technology Terms) Exam Graded A+ | 2026

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This document provides a detailed compilation of assistive technology terms and concepts essential for the 2026 RESNA ATP exam. It includes clear explanations, exam-specific terminology, and graded A+ answers, ensuring comprehensive understanding and preparation. Ideal for professionals pursuing ATP certification, this guide adheres to the latest RESNA standards and exam criteria.

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RESNA ATP EXAM - Assistive Technology
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Impairment
- correct answer Any loss or abnormality of psychological, physical or anatomical structure or function.



DYSARTHIA
- correct answer Motor SPEECH DISORDER. Difficult in pronouncing words. mouth muscles are weak or
do not move. may also have respiratory problems. found in stroke and cancer patients.



APRAXIA
- correct answer Oral motor muscles loose function, unable to speak with meaningfull utterances.
DISORDER OF MOTOR PLANNING. LOSS OF LEARNED PURPOSEFUL MOVEMENTS.



APHASIA
- correct answer LANGUAGE DISORDER. UNABLE TO FORMULATE SPEACH. CAN BE CONGENITAL OR
AQUIRED (stroke, TBI, CVA)



MS
- correct answer MUSCULAR SLEROSIS

DISORDER OF THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. ( GETS WORSE IN WARM WEATHER)

TROUBLE IN VISION, WALKING, STIFF AND TIGHT MUSCLES.



REHABILITATION ACT 1973
- correct answer FEDERAL FUNDED ASSISTANCE TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS. TO APPLY REASONABLE
ACCOMODATION IN THE LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIROMENT.

,A.D.A
- correct answer AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT. PROHIBITS DISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT.
REQUIRES PUBLIC ACCOMMODATIONS.APPLIES TO BUSINESSES WITH 15 OR MORE EMPLOYEES.



DISABILITY
- correct answer when impairment leads to inability to perform activity.



ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ACT 1998
- correct answer PROMOTES AWARENESS OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND SERVICES. SEEKS TO
PROVIDES ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, SO THEY CAN PARTICIPATE IN
EDUCATION, WORK & DAILY ACTIVITIES.



INTRINSIC ENABLER
- correct answer what is known by the Human, ABILITY TO PERFORM TASK.

SENSORY INPUT

CENTRAL PROCESSING

EFFECTORS - MOTOR CONTROLER



COMPONENTS OF CENTRAL PROCESSING
- correct answer PERCEPTION, MOTOR CONTROL, COGNITION AND PSYCHOLOGICAL FUNCTION



FIXED DEFORMITIES
- correct answer AFFECT SKELETAL ALIGNMENT

REQUIRES SEATING THAT ACCOMMODATES



FORCE
- correct answer ANYTHING THAT ACTS ON A BODY TO CHANGE ITS RATE OF ACCELERATION



WHAT ARE THREE TYPES OF FORCE
- correct answer TENSION - TWO FORCES AWAY FROM OTHER.

COMPRESSION - TWO FORCES TOWARD EACH OTHER.

SHEARING - TWO FORCES SLIDING AWAY FROM EACH OTHER.

, STATIC EQUILIBRIUM
- correct answer WHEN A BODY IS AT REST AND ALL INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL FORCES ARE BALANCED



DYNAMIC EQUILIBRIUM
- correct answer WHEN FORCES ARE BALANCED AROUND THE BODY DURING MOVEMENT



TORQUE
- correct answer A FORCE THAT CAUSES ROTATION OF THE BODY AROUND AN AXIS MOVEMENT



NEWTONS LAW OF MOTION
- correct answer 1ST - INERTIA - IS A BODY AT REST UNITL ACTED BY AN EXTERNAL FORCE.

2ND - ACCELERATION WILL BE DIRECTLY PROPORTIONED TO ANY UNBALANCED FORCE APPLIED.

3RD - For EVERY ACTION THERE IS AN OPPOSITE REACTION.



DYSPHAGIA & Aphagia
- correct answer SWALLOWING IMPAIRMENT.

A GASTROINTESTINAL DYSFUNCTION. Dysphagia has many causes. Any condition that weakens or
damages the muscles and nerves used for swallowing may cause dysphagia. For example, people with
diseases of the nervous system, such as cerebral palsy or Parkinson's disease, often have problems
swallowing. Additionally, stroke or head injury may affect the coordination of the swallowing muscles or
limit sensation in the mouth and throat. An infection or irritation can cause narrowing of the esophagus.



PIAGETS FOUR STAGES OF COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT
- correct answer 1. SENSORIMOTOR - BIRTH-2 YEARS

2. PREOPERATIONAL 2-7 YEARS

3.CONCRETE OPERATIONAL 7-11 YEARS.

4. FORMAL OPERATION 11-ADULT



STAGE BIRTH-2 YEARS
- correct answer SENSORIMOTOR

CHILD ORGANIZES PHYSICAL ACTION SCHEMES FOR DEALING WITH IMMEDIATE WORLD

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