Series 5-6: Behaviour Disorders

The “Behaviour Disorders” section of the Alberta School Bus Knowledge Test educates drivers on how to effectively manage students with behavioral disorders.

Alberta School Bus Test - SERIES 5-6: Behaviour Disorders

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A common motor symptom of Tourette syndrome is:

Continuous laughing

Total body paralysis

Inability to move the arms

Facial twitches

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When consoling a self-abuse passenger, the driver should be aware that the passenger may:

Run to the back of the bus

Refuse to talk but remain calm

Bite or scratch without warning

Only cry quietly

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A recommended seating arrangement for a child with ADD/ADHD is to:

Move them throughout the ride

Seat them where distractions are limited

Place them in the center of the most active group

Allow them to stand rather than sit

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Violent passengers should be seated:

In the middle of the bus away from all others

On your right side near the front of the bus

Anywhere they choose

On your left side near the rear of the bus

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Removing a sexually aggressive passenger from the proximity of their victim:

Has no effect on their behaviour

Can help alleviate the situation

Is not recommended

Usually makes the behaviour worse

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When giving instructions to a child with fetal alcohol syndrome, the driver should:

Give all instructions at once very quickly

Use vague general directions

Be precise and repeat instructions as needed

Rely on other children to explain

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Passengers with learning disabilities generally:

Do not benefit from a calm environment

Have very low intelligence

Cannot understand clear instructions

Have average or better intellectual ability

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When a self-abuse passenger begins to harm themselves, the driver should first:

Pull the bus over in a safe location

Ask other passengers to intervene

Ignore the behaviour

Continue driving and wait for it to stop

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When dealing with a passenger with emotional disturbance, the driver should:

Leave expectations vague

Punish them in front of the group

Avoid mentioning consequences

Clearly specify acceptable and unacceptable behaviours and consequences

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A helpful seating strategy for a child with fetal alcohol syndrome is to:

Seat them next to the loudest students

Move them frequently to new seats

Place them in the busiest part of the bus

Seat them where distractions are limited

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The appropriate attitude toward a passenger with tics from Tourette syndrome is to:

Assume they are seeking attention

Punish them for disruptions

Publicly correct their behaviour

Accept the passenger “as is,” recognizing the tic is not deliberate

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Passengers with milder cases of Tourette syndrome may appear:

Very sleepy and unresponsive

Fidgety and restless

Completely motionless

Unable to speak

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A common concern when a child has Conduct Disorder is:

Only their personal hygiene

Safety of others and their property

Their tendency to be overly cooperative

Only their academic performance

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Compared to a child with ADHD, a child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is more likely to:

Be overly shy and withdrawn

Accidentally hurt others and feel bad afterward

Have no conflicts with authority

Purposefully annoy others to ‘get a rise’

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The main reason for seating violent passengers on your right side at the front is to:

Make them feel more important

Keep them close to the exit

Monitor their behaviour easily in the mirror

Keep them away from the driver’s line of sight

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A passenger with an emotional disturbance may show behaviours such as:

Complete lack of any feelings

Absolute emotional stability

Withdrawal and depression

Only improved academic performance

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In some cases of sexually aggressive behaviour on the bus, it may be necessary to:

Ask other passengers to discipline them

Turn off the interior lights

Involve the police

Offer them a different seat of their choice

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A key strategy when dealing with sexually aggressive passengers is to:

Speak to them over the intercom

Move them next to their victim

Isolate them from others

Ignore their behaviour

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A helpful strategy for passengers with learning disabilities is to:

Allow a noisy and chaotic setting

Provide clear rules in a calm, non-distracting environment

Change rules frequently

Avoid setting any expectations

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A common characteristic of fetal alcohol syndrome is:

No impact on social behaviour

Superior physical growth

Slow development, often two or more years behind peers

Complete independence with no support needed

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A typical behaviour of a child with ADD/ADHD is:

Fidgeting and not being able to sit still

Avoiding any movement or talking

Sitting perfectly still for long periods

Speaking only when called upon once

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Tourette syndrome is primarily characterized by:

Permanent paralysis

Only emotional withdrawal

Complete lack of speech

Involuntary tics and vocalizations

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The term “emotional disturbance” is most frequently used by:

Law enforcement officers

Psychiatrists and psychologists

Teachers alone

Bus drivers only

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Behaviours such as fire setting and vandalism are associated most strongly with:

Tourette Syndrome

Conduct Disorder

ADD/ADHD

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

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Children with ADD/ADHD often show:

Shorter attention spans and easy distractibility

No difficulty with attention or focus

Only physical disabilities

Exceptional ability to ignore distractions

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A key feature that distinguishes ODD from ADHD is that a child with ODD:

Does not have difficulty concentrating or sitting still

Is always hyperactive

Never argues with adults

Shows only academic problems

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A common characteristic of learning disabilities is:

Below-average intellectual ability in all areas

Perfect academic performance with social issues only

Poor but uneven school performance

Only physical coordination problems

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Conduct Disorder (CD) is often considered:

Unrelated to safety concerns

A severe form or progression of ODD

A mild form of ADHD

Only a temporary phase without impact on others

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Symptoms of Tourette syndrome usually first appear:

Only during the teenage years

Only after a serious injury

Only in late adulthood

In childhood

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When stopping unacceptable behaviour in an emotionally disturbed passenger, the driver should:

Act in a firm, professional manner and avoid power struggles

Humiliate the passenger publicly

Argue until the passenger gives in

Ignore the behaviour until it stops on its own

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This section covers recognizing various disorders, such as oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, and emotional disturbances. Emphasis is placed on understanding triggers, employing proactive strategies, and using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and orderly bus environment. Drivers are encouraged to practice empathy, patience, and consistent communication, and to collaborate with parents and school staff. Mastery of this section ensures drivers can respond appropriately to challenging situations, supporting the well-being and safety of every student on board.