Question 1

Which of these models are reflected in the definition used for determining eligibility for Social Security Disability benefits?

Accepted Answer

Both economic and medical models are reflected in the definition used for determining eligibility for Social Security Disability benefits. The economic model considers the individual's ability to earn a living, while the medical model considers the individual's physical and mental impairments.

Question 2

Rehabilitation emerged with the establishment of the first hospital-school in 1910, which provided adaptive equipment and was a model for many institutions, but they continued to

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

Workmen's compensation benefits were established by

Accepted Answer

Workmen's compensation is a form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment. It is not established by the Social Security Act, ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), or IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Instead, it is a state-mandated program, meaning each state has its own system and laws governing workmen's compensation, not a single national program.

Question 4

The first national disability program in the U.S. provided benefits for

Accepted Answer

The first national disability program in the U.S. was the Veterans Pension Program, established in 1917, which provided benefits for veterans with disabilities.

Question 5

There is no evidence that poverty is associated with increased risk of disability.

Accepted Answer

There is evidence that poverty is associated with increased risk of disability. Poverty can lead to lack of access to healthcare, nutrition, education, and safe living conditions, which can all contribute to the development of disabilities. Additionally, people living in poverty may have higher rates of occupational hazards and injuries, which can also result in disability.

Question 6

The first national disability program in the U.S. was established for veterans on the basis of moral obligation and not on need of the disabled.

Accepted Answer

The first national disability program in the U.S. was established for veterans based on the moral obligation to care for those who had served their country, rather than any calculation of need or financial consideration. This was the Revolutionary War Pension Program, which was created in 1776.

Question 7

Which of the following requires that any new buildings using federal funds after 1968 should provide access for people with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

The Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) was passed in 1968 and requires that any new buildings or renovations using federal funds be accessible for people with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed in 1990 and provided broader protections and requirements for accessibility in all areas of public life. The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on disability but does not specifically require accessibility. ADAPT is a disability rights organization that advocates for access but is not a law or regulation.

Question 8

Disability Insurance was part of the 1935 Social Security Act.

Accepted Answer

Disability Insurance was actually added to the Social Security Act in 1956, as an amendment.

Question 9

In the case of Carolyn C. Cleveland v. Policy Management Systems Corp., the Supreme Court held that

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court held that receipt of DI did not necessarily make an individual ineligible for ADA protections. In this case, the plaintiff was denied a job by the defendant based on her history of mental health treatment and the fact that she received DI benefits. The Court found that the defendant violated the ADA by assuming that the plaintiff was unable to perform the job based on her disability and DI status without conducting an individualized inquiry into her qualifications and abilities. This decision clarified that receipt of DI benefits does not automatically disqualify an individual from ADA protection.

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the treatment of addiction under SSI and DI programs?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

During the 19th century in the U.S., people with disabilities were

Accepted Answer

During the 19th century in the U.S., people with disabilities were often labeled as "idiots" or "lunatics" and placed in institutions. Asylums and almshouses were the primary options for people with disabilities, and they were often subjected to inhumane treatment and living conditions. While some families did care for their disabled family members at home, this was not the norm, and care at home was often very difficult due to lack of resources and support. Special education did not become widespread in the U.S. until much later in the 20th century. People with disabilities were also not typically forced to work, but if they were able to work, they were often paid very little or not at all.

Question 12

Throughout the disability rights movement, more than 50 pieces of legislation were passed based primarily on which of the following that redefined disability?

Accepted Answer

The philosophy of independent living and adequate services was a key factor in redefining disability and advocating for disability rights. This approach emphasized the importance of empowering individuals with disabilities to live independently and receive the necessary support services to do so. As a result, many pieces of legislation were passed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities and ensure that they have access to adequate services and support to live full and independent lives. The other options, such as the Equal Rights Amendment, Civil Rights Act, and ADAPT, were also important in the disability rights movement, but they were not the primary driving force behind the legislative changes that occurred.

Question 13

The Zebley decision increased the number of children receiving SSI by almost 50% due to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The Zebley decision added functional disability to the medical criteria for eligibility, which allowed more children to qualify for SSI. This change led to the increase in the number of children receiving SSI by almost 50%. The other options (A, B, and C) may have contributed to an increase in awareness and applications for SSI, but the key factor in the increase was the functional disability criteria.

Question 14

Which of the following is considered significant because it prohibits medically unnecessary placement of a disabled person in an institution?

Accepted Answer

The Olmstead decision, made by the Supreme Court in 1999, upheld the rights of individuals with disabilities to live in the community rather than being unnecessarily institutionalized. This ruling was considered significant because it mandated that states provide community-based services and supports to individuals with disabilities, which can lead to greater independence and better quality of life.

Question 15

Which legislation eliminated eligibility for DI, SSI, Medicare, and Medicaid for those whose disability was related to drug or alcohol addiction?

Accepted Answer

The Contract with America Advancement Act, signed into law in 1996 as part of welfare reform, eliminated eligibility for Disability Insurance (DI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicare, and Medicaid for those whose disability was related to drug or alcohol addiction.

Question 16

During the 19th century, children born with disabilities were placed in asylums or isolated in their homes.

Accepted Answer

During the 19th century, children born with disabilities were often considered a burden and were placed in asylums or kept isolated in their homes. It wasn't until the 20th century that there was a shift towards integrating children with disabilities into society and providing them with education and support.

Question 17

One of the reasons for continued rising enrollment in DI is expansion of eligibility to include

Accepted Answer

The expansion of eligibility to include mental illness and musculoskeletal system disorders is one of the reasons for the continued rising enrollment in Disability Insurance (DI). These categories have seen increased recognition and diagnosis, contributing to the growth in DI beneficiaries.

Question 18

When ADAPT works on implementation of the Olmstead decision, it is

Accepted Answer

The Olmstead decision is about the right of people with disabilities to live in the community rather than in institutions. ADAPT works to ensure that states implement this decision and move people with disabilities out of institutions and into more integrated settings in the community. ADAPT's focus is on community living and not on education or expanding the definition of disability for ADA purposes.

Question 19

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act required

Accepted Answer

All of these options are correct. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that all states provide an appropriate elementary and secondary education for children with disabilities, assess children with disabilities and develop "individualized educational plans" for them, and provide education in the "least restrictive environment" for children with disabilities. IDEA is a comprehensive law that protects the rights of individuals with disabilities in education and ensures that they have access to the same educational opportunities as their non-disabled peers.

Question 20

Which of the following separated vocational rehabilitation funding as DI of the Social Security Act?

Accepted Answer

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 separated vocational rehabilitation funding as DI of the Social Security Act.

Quiz 8: Disability