In the Story About Kathy Koons, the 19-Year-Old with Spina

question 64

Multiple Choice

In the story about Kathy Koons, the 19-year-old with spina bifida, the principle of normalization is

• A)fully realized by her family and school.
• B)frightening to Kathy, who desires to be taken care of by others for the rest of her life.
• C)impossible to apply to Kathy because her measured intelligence is too low.
• D)supported by Kathy's school, but seems less supported at home.

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Definitions:

Consciousness

The awareness of internal and external stimuli, enabling perception, thought, and self-awareness.

Sleep Terrors

Episodes of screaming, intense fear, and flailing while still asleep, associated with non-REM sleep.

Nightmares

Disturbing dreams that can cause feelings of fear, horror, and distress, often awakening the sleeper.

Rapid Eye Movement

A phase of sleep associated with dreaming, characterized by quick, jerky movements of the eyes.