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:

Rapid speech development

Progressive difficulty with everyday activities

Sudden improvement in muscle strength

Constant high energy and stamina

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

Avoid making any changes to the bus

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

Ask them not to bring aids on the bus

Store mobility aids far from the passenger

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Spina bifida is:

A disorder only affecting the arms

A temporary back sprain

An infection of the lungs

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

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Visual impairments can range from:

Slight visual loss to total blindness

Only tunnel vision

Only intermittent blurriness

Only total blindness

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A possible cause of hearing loss is:

Only exposure to cold temperatures

Only loud music

Only aging

Certain childhood illnesses, accidents or injuries

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Muscular dystrophy is caused by:

Exposure to cold weather

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

A bacterial infection

Poor diet and lack of exercise

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

Fatty tissue replacing muscle

Extra bone growth

Fluid retention

Swelling from an infection

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

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

Speak only to their companion

Shout loudly from a distance

Speak directly to the student

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Regarding learning and intellect, many passengers with cerebral palsy:

Have normal learning skills and intellectual development

Always have severe intellectual disabilities

Cannot learn at all

Cannot understand spoken language

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Physical disabilities may require accommodations for which of the following?

No special equipment

Wheelchairs, walkers, and other specialized mobility aids

Only canes

Only wheelchairs

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

Inability to move the eyes

Constant crying

Always keeping eyes closed

Abnormal squinting

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One possible effect of severe spina bifida is:

Lack of bladder and bowel control and paralysis

Improved muscle strength

Enhanced coordination

Faster reflexes

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Among passengers with cerebral palsy:

All must use wheelchairs

Some can walk unaided, while others require specialized transportation

All can walk without any difficulty

None can ever walk

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

A pencil and paper in the vehicle

Extra earplugs available

Sunglasses for the passenger

A whistle for attention

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A student with hearing loss may show:

Perfect behavior with no communication issues

Social isolation and passive participation

Excessive talking and interrupting

Constant desire to lead group discussions

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Cerebral palsy is caused by:

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

A temporary fever

Poor nutrition in adulthood

A broken bone in childhood

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

Refusing to use any visual aids

Constantly running and shouting

Excellent speech in all situations

Difficulties following verbal directions

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The term “hearing loss” is used to describe:

Only age-related hearing issues

Only complete deafness

All types of hearing problems from minimal loss to total deafness

Only temporary hearing problems

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

Use the buddy system by having another passenger help

Require them to sit alone

Turn off all lights

Only use spoken announcements

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The condition of cerebral palsy:

Always improves completely with time

Is not progressive

Always remains mild

Always gets worse with age

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Muscular dystrophy is:

A temporary muscle strain

A single brain disorder that does not affect muscles

An eye disorder affecting vision

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

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

Remove their mobility aids before boarding

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

Seat them only at the back without supports

Refuse to transport mobility equipment

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Which symptom may suggest a visual impairment?

Avoiding bright clothing

Constantly tapping feet

Complaints that objects are blurry

Speaking too loudly

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

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

Pet the dog to show friendliness

Call the dog to get its attention

Offer the dog food or treats

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To help a passenger with hearing loss, you should:

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

Cover your mouth while speaking

Speak very quickly to finish instructions

Shout loudly while looking away

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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.