CDDN Practice Questions - Certified Developmental Disabilities Nurse Exam - CDDN Practice Questions - Certified Developmental Disabilities Nurse Exam

Question 1

Which federal law mandates that individuals with developmental disabilities receive services in the least restrictive environment?

HIPAA Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Olmstead v. L.C. Supreme Court decision

Correct Answer:

Olmstead v. L.C. Supreme Court decision

Question 2

A nurse is developing a care plan for a 25-year-old patient with intellectual disability. Which approach BEST reflects current best practice?

The nurse independently creates a care plan based on medical diagnoses only The nurse develops a person-centered plan with the individual, their support network, and interdisciplinary team The plan focuses solely on deficits and limitations The nurse creates a plan identical to all other patients with intellectual disability

Correct Answer:

The nurse develops a person-centered plan with the individual, their support network, and interdisciplinary team

Question 3

Which condition is the MOST common genetic cause of intellectual disability?

Fragile X syndrome Down syndrome (trisomy 21) Prader-Willi syndrome Williams syndrome

Correct Answer:

Down syndrome (trisomy 21)

Question 4

A patient with autism spectrum disorder becomes severely agitated during a routine blood draw. Which nursing intervention should be attempted FIRST?

Physically restrain the patient immediately Use environmental modifications such as reducing stimulation, providing visual schedules, and allowing extra time Postpone the blood draw indefinitely Administer PRN sedation as the first intervention

Correct Answer:

Use environmental modifications such as reducing stimulation, providing visual schedules, and allowing extra time

Question 5

What is the PRIMARY purpose of functional behavior assessment (FBA) in developmental disabilities nursing?

To diagnose a psychiatric disorder To identify the function (purpose) of a challenging behavior and develop positive support strategies To determine the patient's IQ score To justify the use of restrictive interventions

Correct Answer:

To identify the function (purpose) of a challenging behavior and develop positive support strategies

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