An Element of the Formal Definition of Intellectual Disability Is

question 227

Multiple Choice

An element of the formal definition of intellectual disability is __________.

• A) adaptive behavior severely below a level appropriate for the person's age
• B) evidence of brain damage
• C) slower than normal reflexes
• D) onset of deficits prior to age 6

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Definitions:

Problem

A situation, question, or matter that presents difficulty, uncertainty, or is in need of a solution.

Best Practice

Established methods or techniques that consistently show results superior to those achieved by other means, and that are used as a benchmark.

Suspicious Injuries

Injuries that raise concerns of non-accidental origin, often prompting further investigation into possible abuse, violence, or self-harm.

Vital Signs

Measurements of the body's most basic functions, including body temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.