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Intellectual Disabilities and Physical Health

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about the relationship between intellectual disabilities and physical health.
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Which of the following is NOT a common physical health condition associated with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Obesity

  2. Diabetes

  3. Hypertension

  4. Cancer


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cancer is not a common physical health condition associated with intellectual disabilities.

Individuals with intellectual disabilities are more likely to experience which of the following?

  1. Poor nutrition

  2. Lack of physical activity

  3. Smoking

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individuals with intellectual disabilities are more likely to experience poor nutrition, lack of physical activity, and smoking.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for promoting physical health in individuals with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Providing access to healthy food and beverages

  2. Encouraging regular physical activity

  3. Promoting tobacco cessation

  4. Administering medication


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Administering medication is not a strategy for promoting physical health in individuals with intellectual disabilities.

What is the leading cause of death among individuals with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Heart disease

  2. Stroke

  3. Cancer

  4. Respiratory disease


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for physical health problems in individuals with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Age

  2. Gender

  3. Socioeconomic status

  4. Intellectual disability severity


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gender is not a risk factor for physical health problems in individuals with intellectual disabilities.

What is the recommended amount of physical activity for adults with intellectual disabilities?

  1. At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week

  2. At least 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week

  3. A combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity aerobic activity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Adults with intellectual disabilities should get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, or at least 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week, or a combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity aerobic activity.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical activity for individuals with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Improved cardiovascular health

  2. Reduced risk of obesity and diabetes

  3. Improved mental health

  4. Increased risk of injury


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Physical activity does not increase the risk of injury in individuals with intellectual disabilities.

What is the recommended amount of sleep for adults with intellectual disabilities?

  1. 7-8 hours per night

  2. 9-10 hours per night

  3. 11-12 hours per night

  4. 13-14 hours per night


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adults with intellectual disabilities should get 7-8 hours of sleep per night.

Which of the following is NOT a sleep disorder that is common among individuals with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Insomnia

  2. Sleep apnea

  3. Restless legs syndrome

  4. Narcolepsy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Narcolepsy is not a sleep disorder that is common among individuals with intellectual disabilities.

What is the recommended amount of water intake for adults with intellectual disabilities?

  1. 8 cups per day

  2. 10 cups per day

  3. 12 cups per day

  4. 14 cups per day


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adults with intellectual disabilities should drink 8 cups of water per day.

Which of the following is NOT a sign of dehydration in individuals with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Dry mouth

  2. Increased thirst

  3. Headache

  4. Diarrhea


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Diarrhea is not a sign of dehydration in individuals with intellectual disabilities.

What is the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables for adults with intellectual disabilities?

  1. 2 cups of fruits and 2 cups of vegetables per day

  2. 3 cups of fruits and 3 cups of vegetables per day

  3. 4 cups of fruits and 4 cups of vegetables per day

  4. 5 cups of fruits and 5 cups of vegetables per day


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Adults with intellectual disabilities should eat 5 cups of fruits and 5 cups of vegetables per day.

Which of the following is NOT a healthy snack for individuals with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Fruits and vegetables

  2. Yogurt

  3. Whole-grain crackers

  4. Candy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Candy is not a healthy snack for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

What is the recommended amount of physical activity for children with intellectual disabilities?

  1. At least 60 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per day

  2. At least 30 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per day

  3. A combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity aerobic activity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Children with intellectual disabilities should get at least 60 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per day, or at least 30 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per day, or a combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity aerobic activity.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical activity for children with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Improved cardiovascular health

  2. Reduced risk of obesity and diabetes

  3. Improved mental health

  4. Increased risk of injury


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Physical activity does not increase the risk of injury in children with intellectual disabilities.

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