Case 2a: Esperanza

Objectives

The learner will:

List the common effects that hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (anoxia) at birth has on the child.

Explore the cumulative impact that multiple disabilities (motor, cognitive, and sensory) have on learning and the development of the child.

Discuss the concept of least restrictive environment for children with multiple disabilities.

Learn a variety of intervention strategies for children with multiple disabilities.

Learn to include and value family’s goals/desires for their child.