Series 5-4: Physical Disabilities

The “Physical Disabilities” section of the Alberta School Bus Knowledge Test is designed to ensure drivers can safely accommodate students with mobility challenges.

Alberta School Bus Test - SERIES 5-4: Physical Disabilities

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A symptom of muscular dystrophy is:

Progressive difficulty with everyday activities

Sudden improvement in muscle strength

Constant high energy and stamina

Rapid speech development

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Regarding guide dogs or service dogs for visually impaired students, you should:

Offer the dog food or treats

Pet the dog to show friendliness

Not touch or distract the dog without the owner’s permission

Call the dog to get its attention

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Visual impairments can range from:

Only total blindness

Only intermittent blurriness

Slight visual loss to total blindness

Only tunnel vision

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Physical disabilities may require accommodations for which of the following?

Wheelchairs, walkers, and other specialized mobility aids

Only wheelchairs

No special equipment

Only canes

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Regarding learning and intellect, many passengers with cerebral palsy:

Always have severe intellectual disabilities

Cannot learn at all

Cannot understand spoken language

Have normal learning skills and intellectual development

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Cerebral palsy is caused by:

A temporary fever

A broken bone in childhood

Damage to the brain during pregnancy, at birth, or in early infancy

Poor nutrition in adulthood

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For passengers with spina bifida using mobility aids, you should:

Avoid making any changes to the bus

Store mobility aids far from the passenger

Ensure required modifications are made to the bus to accommodate any mobility aids

Ask them not to bring aids on the bus

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Among passengers with cerebral palsy:

All can walk without any difficulty

None can ever walk

All must use wheelchairs

Some can walk unaided, while others require specialized transportation

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In muscular dystrophy, enlarged calf muscles may be due to:

Extra bone growth

Fatty tissue replacing muscle

Fluid retention

Swelling from an infection

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For communication with someone who has hearing loss, it is recommended to keep:

Sunglasses for the passenger

A whistle for attention

Extra earplugs available

A pencil and paper in the vehicle

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Which symptom may suggest a visual impairment?

Constantly tapping feet

Complaints that objects are blurry

Avoiding bright clothing

Speaking too loudly

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Muscular dystrophy is:

A temporary muscle strain

An eye disorder affecting vision

A single brain disorder that does not affect muscles

A group of muscle disorders characterized by progressive degeneration of muscle fibres

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A useful strategy for supporting passengers with hearing loss on a vehicle is:

Require them to sit alone

Use the buddy system by having another passenger help

Turn off all lights

Only use spoken announcements

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Muscular dystrophy is caused by:

Poor diet and lack of exercise

A faulty or missing gene, inherited or from a spontaneous mutation

Exposure to cold weather

A bacterial infection

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One possible effect of severe spina bifida is:

Faster reflexes

Improved muscle strength

Enhanced coordination

Lack of bladder and bowel control and paralysis

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The term “hearing loss” is used to describe:

All types of hearing problems from minimal loss to total deafness

Only temporary hearing problems

Only complete deafness

Only age-related hearing issues

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A possible cause of hearing loss is:

Only loud music

Only aging

Only exposure to cold temperatures

Certain childhood illnesses, accidents or injuries

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Spina bifida is:

An infection of the lungs

A birth defect of the spinal column where one or more vertebrae fail to close completely

A temporary back sprain

A disorder only affecting the arms

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Which of the following may be a symptom of hearing loss?

Excellent speech in all situations

Difficulties following verbal directions

Constantly running and shouting

Refusing to use any visual aids

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For passengers with cerebral palsy who use mobility aids, you should:

Ensure that required modifications are made to the bus to accommodate any mobility aids

Remove their mobility aids before boarding

Refuse to transport mobility equipment

Seat them only at the back without supports

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Which of the following is a possible symptom of visual loss?

Always keeping eyes closed

Inability to move the eyes

Constant crying

Abnormal squinting

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When speaking with a person who is blind or visually impaired, you should:

Speak only to their companion

Avoid using any visual words like “see” or “look”

Shout loudly from a distance

Speak directly to the student

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To help a passenger with hearing loss, you should:

Speak very quickly to finish instructions

Shout loudly while looking away

Cover your mouth while speaking

Face the passenger and speak in a natural tone at a moderate speed

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The condition of cerebral palsy:

Always improves completely with time

Is not progressive

Always gets worse with age

Always remains mild

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A student with hearing loss may show:

Constant desire to lead group discussions

Social isolation and passive participation

Excessive talking and interrupting

Perfect behavior with no communication issues

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This section covers the use of wheelchair lifts, ramps, and securement devices, as well as proper procedures for assisting students who use walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids. Drivers are taught to approach every situation with patience and respect, maintaining clear communication with students and guardians. Emergency procedures specific to passengers with physical disabilities are also addressed. Successfully mastering this section demonstrates a driver’s dedication to providing a safe, comfortable, and accessible ride for all students.