Physical and mental disability test

Presented by: Susmita Sen

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Name of the teacher :-Ms. Rupa Ghosh

Name of the student :- MS .Susmita Sen

Group :-M .Sc nursing 1st semester

Subject :- Nursing education

Topic of micro teaching :- Physical and mental disability test

Previous knowledge :- group will have some previous knowledge

Venue :- M.sc .Nursing classroom

Method of teaching :- lecture cum discussion

Medium of instruction :- English

Date & time :-

Av aids :-leaflet , pamphlet , chart
GENERAL OBJECTIVE :- at the end of the discussion the group will able to acquire in depth knowledge regarding role play &
positive attitude towards it.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE :- after completion the topic the group will able to :-
 introduction
 Definition of physical and mental ability and dis ability
 described mental ability test
 explicate the purpose of mental ability test
 interpret Denver developmental screening test purpose and its important 4 point
 describe physical abilities and its advantage and disadvantage
 enlist the importance of physical ability test
 enlist the various pieces of exercise
 describe the various type of physical ability test
 summarize the physical and mental disability tests
 disadvantages of role play
 summarize the role play
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Introduction
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introduce the Mental and Physical Abilities:- Mental abilities generally Lecture cum listening
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mental ability known as higher mental function like intelligence,
orientation, memory, attention, concentration, abstract O
thinking, judgment and insight. A mental disability deals J
with lack of mental abilities to wards growth and E
development (mental retardation) capacity to adopt the
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environment and lack of social adjustment.
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Introduction
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introduce the Mental and Physical Abilities:- Mental abilities generally Lecture cum listening
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mental ability known as higher mental function like intelligence,
orientation, memory, attention, concentration, abstract O
thinking, judgment and insight. A mental disability deals J
with lack of mental abilities to wards growth and E
development (mental retardation) capacity to adopt the
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environment and lack of social adjustment.
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DEFINATION Teaching Learning

Physical and mental ability Activity Activity

It is the quality of being able to perform and mental acts.

Physical and mental disability
The condition of being unable to perform as a
consequence of physical and mental unfitness
Definition of
Mental ability test
2. Define
physical and
1. Mental status examination: It is a process test to Lecture cum Listening physical and
mental ability identify current mental status of the person. It consist of discussion mental
disability?
and dis ability. GAB (General aptitude of behavior)
General appearance and behavior
Speech
Mood and affect
Thought
Perception
Higher MFT (Neurological test)
Judgment
Insight
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Purpose:
1. To identify current status for mental activity 2. To get
adequate information about higher mental Lecture cum Listening
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2.function the purpose
of mental
Explicate the 3. To diagnosis disability
purpose of test?
4.To provide adequate nursing and professional care
mental ability
test Mental Disability
Mental disability is described by Mr. William K
Frankenburg in Denver, Colorado. These tests popularly
known as DDST (Denver development screening test).
This test creates for screening cognitive and behavior
problem in preschool children. It is very important
cognitive test) e.g.: autism, ADD (Antideficit disorder)

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Denvar Development Screening Test (DDST):

IN 1967, first introduced in corolado university and
revised by university of medical center calofornia ear of
1992. P
interpret Denver Lecture cum Listening
discussion A Describe
developmental Purpose of DDST: Denver
screening test  To identify the development delay in pre-schooler M development
al screening
purpose and its (age group between 3 to 6 years) P test, purpose,
important 4 point  To assist neurological function and to detect H its
importance?
. neurological problem like cerebral palsy. L
 To detect the problem in early infancy like growth
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and development.
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 Test can useful in late childhood (6 to 12 years)
academic and social problems (relationship).
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This test DDST consist of 125 item Teaching Learning

includes 4 points: Activity Activity
a) Social and personal item
b) Fine motor function
c) Language
d) Gross motor function
Social and personal item
. These aspects deal with socialization in an around Lecture cum Listening
society activity and home. discussion
Fine motor function
It deals with eye and hard coordination and
manipulation of small objects.
Language
Protection of speech ability to recognize
understand use of language.
Gross motor function
Motor control, setting, walking, jumping and other
movement.
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Inferences: Teaching Learning

From this test can identify the individual having Activity Activity
normal growth and development. If it is less score
in test it shows that lack of growth and
development. It is known as mentally retardation.
These test items consist of the following

. equipment. (Personal and social, fine motor, Lecture cum Listening

language, gross motor function) discussion

1. Bell
2. Tennis ball
3. Glass bottle
4. Cup
5. Baby bottle
6. Interpretation care
Conclusion: DDST 2 revision created by
Dobbs. It is a simplify to assist the developmental
test in physically and adaptation to the
environment. This test similar to the Minnesota
personality test.
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TEST FOR DISABILITIES

The eligibility of a child for special education and

related services is considered upon completion of
Describe the
various type of the administration of tests and other evaluation
disability test. materials.
Enlist the
Lecture cum Listening various type
In order for a child to be declared eligible for discussion of disability
. special education and related services it must be test?
determined that the child is a "child with a
disability" and is in need of special education and
related services".

The parents of the child and a team of qualified

professionals must determine whether the child is
a child with a disability and in need of special
education and related services.
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Examples of physical ability tests include: Teaching Learning

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 Muscular Tension Tests - Tasks requiring pushing,
pulling, lifting
 Muscular Power Tests - Tasks requiring the
individual to overcome some initial resistance
. (e.g., loosening a nut on a bolt)
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 Muscular Endurance Tests - Tasks involving
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repetitions of tool use ( e .g., removing objects
from belts)
 Cardiovascular Endurance Tests - Tasks assessing
aerobic capacity ( e .g., climbing stairs
 Flexibility Tests - Tasks where bending, twisting,
stretching or reaching of a body segment occurs
(e.g., installing lighting fixtures)
 Balance Tests - Tasks in which stability of body
position is difficult to maintain (e.g., standing on
rungs of a ladder)
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Important information about the Physical Teaching Learning

Ability Test: Activity Activity

 The PATS are designed to stimulate specific job

duties.
 The tests are physically demanding and could
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cause injury to persons who are not physically fit
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or have medical conditions which limit their discussion
physical ability.
 The tests are administered in a non-medical
environment by non- medical staff. Therefore, it is
in your best interest to objectively evaluate your
physical fitness status and to prepare yourself prior
to participating in the Physical Abilities Test.
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 Before taking the PAT, you must undergo a risk Teaching Learning
assessment to ensure you are fit to proceed. The Activity Activity
risk assessment includes height and weight
measurement, blood pressure check, coronary risk
assessment and an overall review of current health
status. If you pass the risk assessment, you will
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proceed with the PAT. Due to the nature of the
Lecture cum Listening
PAT, there is some risk of injury to individuals discussion
with existing medical conditions or those who may
be in marginal physical condition.
 The test itself consists of five physically
demanding performance tests designed to evaluate
overall fitness to perform the specific functions of
a Peace officer.
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Various pieces of exercise equipment, Teaching Learning

candidates must demonstrate: Activity Activity

 Overall endurance
 Grip strength
.  Trunk strength
 Dynamic arm power Lecture cum Listening
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 Dynamic leg power.
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Physical Abilities Test - Teaching Learning

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- Dynamic
Arm Test:
Purpose:
. a. It is used to measure the anaerobic power of the
arms in order to determine the candidate's ability Lecture cum Listening
to carry a stretcher containing a person weighing discussion

approximately 185 pounds 1\8 mile with the

assistance of one other person and an additional
1\8 mile with the assistance of three other people.
b. You need adequate strength in your abdominal
(flexor) and lower back (extensor) muscles to pass
these tests.

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 c. Using your arms, you must be able to pedal a Teaching Learning
stationary bicycle 45 revolutions in one minute Activity Activity
with a very challenging amount of resistance.

Leg Test:
Purpose:
. a) It is used to measure the anaerobic power
of the legs in order to predict the Lecture cum Listening
discussion
candidate's ability to sprint 100 yards in 19
seconds or less.
b) You must pedal a stationary bicycle 70
revolutions in one minute with a very
challenging amount of resistance in order
to pass this test.

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c. Using your arms, you must be able to pedal Teaching Learning

a stationary bicycle 45 revolutions in one Activity Activity

 minute with a very challenging amount of
resistance.
Leg Test:
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Purpose:
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c) It is used to measure the anaerobic power discussion
of the legs in order to predict the
candidate's ability to sprint 100 yards in 19
seconds or less.
d) You must pedal a stationary bicycle 70
revolutions in one minute with a very
challenging amount of resistance in order
to pass this test.

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Physical Exertion Demand on Legs Teaching Learning

(PEDOL) Activity Activity

 Purpose:
I. It is used to determine the candidate's
. ability to complete a 500-yard run in two
minutes and twenty seconds. Lecture cum Listening
discussion
II. This test is a measurement of an
individual's cardiovascular fitness level
III.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES TESTS:

 The PAT is designed to stimulate specific
job duties.
 The tests are physically demanding &
could cause injury who is not physically
fit.
 Before PAT one must undergo risk
assessment.

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GRIP STRENGTH TEST: Activity Activity

  This purpose of this test is to measure the strength
of the muscles in the fingers, hand and forearm in
order to determine the candidate's ability to pick

. up and carry a stretcher containing a person

weighing approximately 185 pounds, with the Lecture cum Listening
assistance of one other person. discussion

 It is performed using a hand dynamometer.

 You must be able to squeeze 34kg with a hand
testing device in order to pass this test.
 It is essential that you strengthen your finger
flexor and surrounding hand and forearm muscles
to be prepared for this test.

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I. The purpose of this test is to measure abdominal
 and back strength in order to determine the
candidate's ability to drag an unconscious person
weighing approximately 165 pounds 20 feet in 20

. seconds or less after running 500 yards.

II. To carry a stretcher containing a person weighing Lecture cum Listening
approximately 185 pounds 1/8 mile with the discussion
assistance of three other people.
III. You need adequate strength in your abdominal
(flexor) and lower back (extensor) muscles to pass
these tests.

THE VERTICAL JUMP:

 This test is performed on a VY Test Mat.

 The candidate stands on the mat placing his/her
feet on the foot imprints. The belt is put around
his/her waist.

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 The tape is pulled through a clip in the belt until Teaching Learning
taut to adjust for height of the athlete. Activity Activity
 The measuring tape at the mat feeder is always set
 at 0 cm. The candidate bends his/her knees and
jumps straight upward.

.  The length of tape pulled through the feeder

indicates the height of the jump. Lecture cum Listening
 The candidate gets three tries at this event. discussion

 The candidate must jump 16 inches to pass the

event.

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THE THREE HUNDRED METER SPRINT:

i. It is performed in running shoes and proper

 clothing.
ii. The candidate must complete the run without any

. help.
iii. On the command "GO", the clock will start. Lecture cum Listening
iv. The marked distance is approximately 4 of a lap discussion

on a standard high school track.

v. The candidate must complete the run in 77
seconds to pass the event.
vi. After this exercise the candidate will be given a
14minute recovery period before continuing on
with the last portion of the test.
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MILE AND ONE-HALF RUN: Teaching Learning

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a. It is performed in running shoes and proper
clothing.
b. The candidate may complete this exercise by
running or mixing a combination of running with
. walking. Although walking is allowed.
c. Candidates must complete the run without any Lecture cum Listening
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physical help.
d. On the command "GO", the clock will start.
Candidates must complete the run in 15 minutes,
20 seconds to pass the event.

THE SIT AND REACH:

 Is performed without shoes while sitting on the

floor, knees extended (soft joint), and feet placed
squarely against box and no wider than eight
inches part.
 The toes are pointed toward the ceiling and one
hand is placed on top of the other with the
fingertips even.
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a. The candidates lean forward without lunging or Teaching Learning
bobbing and reaches as far down a yardstick as Activity Activity
he/she is able.
b. The neck remains in the neutral position, the hands
stay together and even, and the stretch must be
held for two seconds.
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c. Three trials are allowed.
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d. The candidate must reach the required length of 16 discussion
inches to pass this event.

ADVANTAGES OF PHYSICAL ABILITY

TEST( PAT):

 Physical abilities test can identify individuals who

are physically unable to perform the essential
functions of a job without risking injury to
themselves or others.
 It helps to decreased absenteeism.
 It helps to save money.
 It helps to reduce risk of Further complications in
individual.
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DISADVANTAGES OF PHYSICAL ABILITY

TEST (PAT):
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 Costly to administered.
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 May have age based disparate impact against older discussion
applicants.
 Time consuming
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CONCLUSION:

A test can be used as part of the selection process for job

interviews, to assess children in schools, assess people
. with mental health issues or offenders in prison. The tests
are designed to assess personal qualities such as Lecture cum Listening
personality, beliefs, social competence, values, discussion

developmental milestones and interest and to measure

motivation or drive.
BIBLIOGRAPHY:

1. Sodhi Jaspreet Kaur. “Comprehensive Textbook of Nursing Education.” First Edition. Ansari Road, New Delhi: Jaypee Brothers Medical
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2. Raj Bhaskara D. Elakkuvana and Nima Bhaskar. “Text Book of Nursing Education.” Second Edition, Mahalakshmipuram, Bangalore:
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