Exam Preview for 6775: Executive Functions And Motor Control: Oppor

Executive Functions And Motor Control: Opportunities And Limitations For Occupational Performance

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1. According to Best & Miller (2010), which of the following is considered one of the "Big 3" components of executive function? Motor planning Selective attention Cognitive flexibility Postural control
2. Which of the following is a key characteristic of executive function (EF) development in children aged 3-5? Mastery of multi-step problem solving Initial experience with resolving conflict Established ability to regulate emotions Completion of EF skill maturation
3. According to Shumway-Cook (2007), motor control is best understood through: A dynamic interaction between the individual, environment, and task A rigid sequence of reflexive responses to stimuli Isolated motor movements independent of cognitive processes A hierarchical system where motor responses are solely dictated by the brain
4. When analyzing an occupational activity for intervention, what is a key factor in determining the appropriate treatment approach? The child’s ability to complete the task without assistance The discrepancy between what is required and what the child can do The time it takes for the child to complete the task The number of repetitions the child performs in a session
5. For an 8-year-old child with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), what is the recommended intervention frequency to improve executive function? 10-20 minutes, daily for 6 weeks 30-50 minutes, 3 times per week for 17+ weeks 60 minutes, once a week for 12 weeks 90 minutes, twice a month for 20 weeks