1. Which of the following is an example of a learning disability?

1. dyslexia
2. ADHD
3. mental retardation
4. autistic spectrum disorder

2. Which of the following can be used to define learning disabilities?

1. a significantly reduced ability to understand new or complex information
2. impaired social functioning
3. onset before adulthood
4. all of these

3. In DSM-5 learning disabilities are classified by the degree of severity according to the adaptive functioning score. Of the scores given below, which corresponds to a moderate learning disability?

1. 55–70
2. 40–55
3. 25–20
4. <25

4. Which of the following are pre-natal causes of a learning disability?

1. chromosomal abnormality
2. malnutrition
3. toxic agents
4. all of these

5. Does a person with a learning disability lack capacity?

1. Yes, as defined in the Mental Capacity Act 2005
2. No, there is no presumption of a lack of capacity
3. Yes, if the person has a severe or profound level of learning disability

6. Compared with the main population people with a learning disability are how many times more likely to die before the age of 50?

1. 7
2. 19
3. 58
4. 73

7. What is the percentage range for people with a learning disability?

1. 19–22%
2. 46– 52%
3. 70–73%

8. 1% of the general population have epilepsy. What percentage of people with a learning disability have epilepsy?

1. 7%
2. 19%
3. 22%
4. 46%

9. The elements of valid consent are ______.

1. the person must be able to understand the decision
2. the choice must be rational
3. the person must be able to understand, retain and weigh up the decision
4. the person must be able to demonstrate sufficient understanding

10. Which of the following forms of consent are legally binding?

1. implied
2. verbal
3. written
4. all of these