Asked by Ivett Flores on Jun 18, 2024
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A nurse prepares the plan of care for a 15-year-old adolescent diagnosed with moderate intellectual developmental disorder (IDD) . What are the highest outcomes realistic for this person? (Select all that apply.) Within 5 years, the person will:
A) live unaided in an apartment.
B) obtain employment in a local sheltered workshop.
C) correctly use public buses to travel in the community.
D) independently perform his or her own personal hygiene.
E) complete high school or earn a general equivalency diploma (GED) .
Intellectual Development Disorder (IDD)
A disorder characterized by significantly impaired intellectual and adaptive functioning, diagnosed based on below-average intelligence and difficulty managing everyday tasks.
Sheltered Workshop
A supervised workplace for individuals with disabilities, providing specialized employment opportunities and training.
- Understand the characteristics and educational needs of children with intellectual development disorders.
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Rachid KhneisserJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
B, C, D
Explanation :
Individuals with moderate intellectual developmental disorder progress academically to about a second grade level. These people can learn to travel in familiar areas and perform unskilled or semiskilled work. With supervision, they can function in the community, but independent living is not likely.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the characteristics and educational needs of children with intellectual development disorders.