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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The term “hearing loss” is used to describe:

Only complete deafness

All types of hearing problems from minimal loss to total deafness

Only temporary hearing problems

Only age-related hearing issues

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

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

Store mobility aids far from the passenger

Avoid making any changes to the bus

Ask them not to bring aids on the bus

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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

Refuse to transport mobility equipment

Remove their mobility aids before boarding

Seat them only at the back without supports

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

Only use spoken announcements

Turn off all lights

Use the buddy system by having another passenger help

Require them to sit alone

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Spina bifida is:

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

A disorder only affecting the arms

An infection of the lungs

A temporary back sprain

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Regarding learning and intellect, many passengers with cerebral palsy:

Cannot learn at all

Always have severe intellectual disabilities

Cannot understand spoken language

Have normal learning skills and intellectual development

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Physical disabilities may require accommodations for which of the following?

Only canes

Only wheelchairs

Wheelchairs, walkers, and other specialized mobility aids

No special equipment

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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

Offer the dog food or treats

Call the dog to get its attention

Pet the dog to show friendliness

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Cerebral palsy is caused by:

A temporary fever

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

Poor nutrition in adulthood

A broken bone in childhood

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A symptom of muscular dystrophy is:

Progressive difficulty with everyday activities

Constant high energy and stamina

Sudden improvement in muscle strength

Rapid speech development

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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 caused by:

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

Poor diet and lack of exercise

A bacterial infection

Exposure to cold weather

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

Fluid retention

Extra bone growth

Fatty tissue replacing muscle

Swelling from an infection

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

Inability to move the eyes

Abnormal squinting

Always keeping eyes closed

Constant crying

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Visual impairments can range from:

Only tunnel vision

Only intermittent blurriness

Only total blindness

Slight visual loss to total blindness

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Muscular dystrophy is:

An eye disorder affecting vision

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

A single brain disorder that does not affect muscles

A temporary muscle strain

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

Refusing to use any visual aids

Difficulties following verbal directions

Excellent speech in all situations

Constantly running and shouting

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

Speak directly to the student

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

Speak only to their companion

Shout loudly from a distance

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

Extra earplugs available

A whistle for attention

Sunglasses for the passenger

A pencil and paper in the vehicle

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One possible effect of severe spina bifida is:

Faster reflexes

Enhanced coordination

Improved muscle strength

Lack of bladder and bowel control and paralysis

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Which symptom may suggest a visual impairment?

Speaking too loudly

Complaints that objects are blurry

Avoiding bright clothing

Constantly tapping feet

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A possible cause of hearing loss is:

Certain childhood illnesses, accidents or injuries

Only aging

Only exposure to cold temperatures

Only loud music

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A student with hearing loss may show:

Social isolation and passive participation

Excessive talking and interrupting

Constant desire to lead group discussions

Perfect behavior with no communication issues

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Among passengers with cerebral palsy:

None can ever walk

All can walk without any difficulty

Some can walk unaided, while others require specialized transportation

All must use wheelchairs

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To help a passenger with hearing loss, you should:

Shout loudly while looking away

Cover your mouth while speaking

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

Speak very quickly to finish instructions

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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.