Exam Preview for 6166: AquOTic! A Therapeutic Aquatic Intervention

AquOTic! A Therapeutic Aquatic Intervention For Kids On The Autism Spectrum Podcast

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. What is the number one cause of unintentional death for children on the autism spectrum? Drowning Car accidents Choking Suicide
2. Despite motor skills not being diagnostic criteria, approximately what percentage of individuals on the spectrum also have motor impairment? 20-40% 40-60% 60-80% >80%
3. How is AquOTic different from traditional swim lessons? AquOTic is… A set curriculum through which children progress Focused on stroke development Individualized therapeutic activities within a group setting, play-based and child led. Offered for six week sessions, 30 minutes per session
4. Which additional areas of occupation may be addressed during an aquatic session other than leisure? Bathing/dressing Grooming Functional mobility All of the above
5. AquOTic has been shown to have which benefits according to parents? Increased swim skills for kids and increased confidence in safety for families Increased swim skills for kids and decreased confidence around water for families Increased social skills for kids and decreased water buoyancy Decreased social skills for kids and increased water buoyancy