When Should a Child Diagnosed with Cognitive Impairment Be Referred

question 31

Multiple Choice

When should a child diagnosed with cognitive impairment be referred for stimulation and educational programs?

• A) As young as possible.
• B) As soon as they have the ability to communicate in some way.
• C) At age 3 years, when schools are required to provide services.
• D) At age 5 or 6 years, when schools are required to provide services.

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Definitions:

Ciliated CNS Neuroglia

Specialized cells in the central nervous system with hair-like structures, involved in moving fluid or debris across their surfaces.

Cerebrospinal Fluid

Clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spinal cord, providing cushioning and maintaining a stable environment.

Ependymal Cells

Glial cells that line the ventricles in the brain and the central canal of the spinal cord, involved in the production of cerebrospinal fluid.

Reaction Time

The duration it takes for an individual to respond to a stimulus.