Sensory Impairments: Causes and Prevalence - Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a cause of acquired hearing loss?

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Genetic factors

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Ageing

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Exposure to loud noise

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Ototoxic medications

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing a sensory impairment?

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Regular physical activity

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Sustained exposure to excessive noise levels

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Increasing age

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Genetic inheritance

Question 3

Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the high prevalence of sensory impairments?

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Lack of mandatory newborn screening

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Increased life expectancy

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Improved access to healthcare

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Availability of assistive technologies

Question 4

Which environmental factor is a major risk factor for developing cataracts due to prolonged exposure?

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UV radiation

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Loud noise

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Nutritional deficiencies

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Secondhand smoke

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a genetic cause of sensory impairments?

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Noise-induced hearing loss

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Usher syndrome

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Albinism

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Congenital rubella syndrome

Question 6

Which environmental factor is a major contributor to hearing loss?

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Exposure to loud noise

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Age-related changes

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Genetic predispositions

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Viral infections

Question 7

What is the most common cause of acquired hearing loss in older adults?

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Presbycusis

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Meniere's disease

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Otosclerosis

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Tinnitus

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of screening for sensory impairments in newborns?

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Early detection and intervention to prevent long-term complications

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Assigning labels to children with disabilities

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Educating parents about their child's condition

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Monitoring the child's development

Question 9

Which UK legal framework protects the rights of individuals with sensory impairments?

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Both the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) and the Equality Act (2010)

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Disability Discrimination Act (1995)

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Equality Act (2010)

Question 10

Which age group has the highest prevalence of age-related macular degeneration, a common cause of vision loss?

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65 years old and above

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Under 18 years old

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19 to 40 years old

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41 to 64 years old

Question 11

What is the term used to describe the loss of sight in **only** one eye?

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Monocular vision

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Blindness

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Binocular vision

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Tunnel vision

Question 12

What is the term used to describe the abnormal development of the optic nerve?

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Optic nerve atrophy

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Cataracts

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Glaucoma

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Macular degeneration

Question 13

What is the most common cause of acquired hearing loss?

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Noise-induced hearing loss

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Age-related hearing loss

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Ototoxicity

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Acoustic neuromas

Question 14

Which of the following is a characteristic of deafblindness?

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Combined significant hearing and visual impairments

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Complete loss of both hearing and vision

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Mild or temporary hearing and visual impairments

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Learning difficulties

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a genetic cause of sensory impairments?

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Cataracts

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Usher syndrome

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Retinitis pigmentosa

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Albinism

Question 16

What is the most prevalent type of sensory impairment in adults in the UK?

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Hearing loss

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Visual impairment

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Speech impairment

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Vestibular impairment

Question 17

Which type of sensory impairment affects the perception of balance and spatial orientation?

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Vestibular

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Auditory

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Visual

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Tactile

Question 18

What is the condition in which individuals perceive only in shades of gray?

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Achromatopsia

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Monochromatism

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Deuteranopia

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Protanopia

Question 19

Which of the following is a common cause of hearing loss in children?

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Otitis media

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Meniere's disease

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Acoustic neuroma

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Presbycusis

Question 20

Which genetic factor is strongly linked to Usher syndrome, a condition affecting both hearing and vision?

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Deletion or mutation in the USH1C gene

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Recessive mutation in the GJB2 gene

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Dominant allele in the PAX6 gene

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Insertion in the SLC26A4 gene

Question 21

When providing support to individuals with sensory impairments in healthcare settings, which of the following is considered best practice?

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Using clear and concise language, avoiding jargon and technical terms

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Assuming what their needs are without directly asking them

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Ignoring their sensory loss and treating them like individuals without impairments

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Speaking loudly to make sure they can hear you

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a genetic cause of sensory impairments?

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Cerebral palsy

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Albinism

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Retinitis pigmentosa

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Usher syndrome

Question 23

Which environmental factor is a major contributor to noise-induced hearing loss?

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Occupational noise

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Lead poisoning

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Tobacco smoke

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Radiation

Question 24

Which type of acquired sensory impairment can occur as a result of a stroke?

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Hemianopia

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Sensorineural hearing loss

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Retinitis pigmentosa

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Congenital deafness

Question 25

Globally, which sensory impairment affects the largest proportion of the population?

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Hearing loss

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Visual impairment

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Smell impairment

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Taste impairment

Question 26

Which of the following groups is most likely to experience age-related sensory impairments?

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Elderly individuals

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Teenagers

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Children

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Pregnant women

Question 27

Which type of sensory impairment affects the ability to process and respond to sensory information effectively?

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Sensory processing disorder

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Cognitive sensory impairment

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Sensory deprivation

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Physical sensory impairment

Question 28

Which of the following is a potential psychological consequence of a sensory impairment?

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Anxiety

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Enhanced cognitive abilities

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Increased social participation

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Improved self-esteem

Question 29

What is a primary responsibility of a social care worker supporting individuals with sensory impairments?

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Facilitating access to services and resources

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Enforcing legal regulations

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Conducting scientific research

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Developing medical treatment plans

Question 30

When interacting with individuals with sensory impairments, which ethical principle should be prioritized?

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Respect for autonomy

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Utilitarianism

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Paternalism

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Beneficence

Question 31

Which environmental factor is a leading contributor to hearing loss?

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Prolonged exposure to loud noise

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German measles

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Vitamin A deficiency

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Down syndrome

Question 32

Which age group is most likely to experience hearing loss?

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Over 60 years old

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41-60 years old

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19-40 years old

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0-18 years old

Question 33

Which of the following factors can contribute to the stigma associated with sensory impairments?

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Lack of understanding and societal ignorance

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Environmental factors

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High prevalence rates

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Genetic causes

Question 34

Which of the following principles is essential for ethical support of individuals with sensory impairments in social care settings?

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Respecting their autonomy, dignity, and independence

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Assuming they cannot communicate effectively

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Focusing solely on their limitations

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Ignoring their emotional needs

Question 35

Which communication strategy is recommended for effective interaction with individuals who have hearing loss?

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Using sign language or lip reading

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Writing down every message

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Avoiding visual cues

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Speaking loudly without clear enunciation