Spina Bifida Research Paper
SPINA BIFIDA
Spina Bifida
Leteisha Lawson
ESE 315
Nicole Luke
February 5, 2012
Spina Bifida Spina bifida occurs when the bones of the spine do not form properly around part of the baby’s spinal cord. A person with Spina bifida is where the spinal column does not close completely and covers the spinal cord, usually resulting in a protrusion of the spinal cord, its covering, or both (Turnbull, Turnbull, Shank & Smith 2004, pg. 346). Spina bifida, which is not a progressive condition, has three common forms. The first form is Meningocele which is where cerebral spinal fluid leaks out of the spinal canal causing the area over the baby spine to swell. The second class would be Myelomeningocele. This is where the spinal nerves …show more content…
This would include orthopedic problems such as dislocated hips and club feet. The child could walk with the help of braces on their legs. The muscle weakness can be more or less severe depending on where the lesion is located (Lawrence and Beresford, 1976). Korabek and Cuvo 1986) describe that when the lesion is located in the neck or upper back there is usually less paralysis in the lower extremities and legs. Having paralysis will require lifelong assistance from wheelchair, braces, or crutches to help them get around. A child with Spina bifida has to completely empty their bladder. Parents and teachers will be taught how to empty the child’s bladder either manually or by catheterization. This is important because any urine that remains in the child’s bladder can cause bladder and kidney infection. Crossed eyes and gag reflex are also common physical characteristics of Spina …show more content…
Accommodations involve a wide range of techniques and support systems that help students with disabilities work around any limitations that result from their disability (Rowley & Reigel 1993). There are five accommodations for students with Spina bifida, instructional methods and materials, assignment’s and classroom assessments, time demands and scheduling, learning environment, and use of physical communication systems. Not every child with Spina bifida will need accommodations for school. Those students with severe Spina bifida may need some. As the student with Spinal bifida gets older, accommodations that are needed should change. The first decision would be to find out if the student would need 504 (accommodation) Plan or IEP. Some accommodations that may be needed for a student are extended time on assignments, special desk/chair, preferential seating, personal Para, use of lift or elevator, special transportation and assistance with toileting. If learning disabilities are found then more accommodations to assist with those needs will be given in the IEP. Decisions about accommodations for instruction and assessment for an individual student should be based on certain principles. Accommodations must be necessary for the student to be able to learn and mastery of knowledge or skills (Kameenui & Carnine 1998). Accommodations should demonstrate what the
Spina Bifida
Leteisha Lawson
ESE 315
Nicole Luke
February 5, 2012
Spina Bifida Spina bifida occurs when the bones of the spine do not form properly around part of the baby’s spinal cord. A person with Spina bifida is where the spinal column does not close completely and covers the spinal cord, usually resulting in a protrusion of the spinal cord, its covering, or both (Turnbull, Turnbull, Shank & Smith 2004, pg. 346). Spina bifida, which is not a progressive condition, has three common forms. The first form is Meningocele which is where cerebral spinal fluid leaks out of the spinal canal causing the area over the baby spine to swell. The second class would be Myelomeningocele. This is where the spinal nerves …show more content…
This would include orthopedic problems such as dislocated hips and club feet. The child could walk with the help of braces on their legs. The muscle weakness can be more or less severe depending on where the lesion is located (Lawrence and Beresford, 1976). Korabek and Cuvo 1986) describe that when the lesion is located in the neck or upper back there is usually less paralysis in the lower extremities and legs. Having paralysis will require lifelong assistance from wheelchair, braces, or crutches to help them get around. A child with Spina bifida has to completely empty their bladder. Parents and teachers will be taught how to empty the child’s bladder either manually or by catheterization. This is important because any urine that remains in the child’s bladder can cause bladder and kidney infection. Crossed eyes and gag reflex are also common physical characteristics of Spina …show more content…
Accommodations involve a wide range of techniques and support systems that help students with disabilities work around any limitations that result from their disability (Rowley & Reigel 1993). There are five accommodations for students with Spina bifida, instructional methods and materials, assignment’s and classroom assessments, time demands and scheduling, learning environment, and use of physical communication systems. Not every child with Spina bifida will need accommodations for school. Those students with severe Spina bifida may need some. As the student with Spinal bifida gets older, accommodations that are needed should change. The first decision would be to find out if the student would need 504 (accommodation) Plan or IEP. Some accommodations that may be needed for a student are extended time on assignments, special desk/chair, preferential seating, personal Para, use of lift or elevator, special transportation and assistance with toileting. If learning disabilities are found then more accommodations to assist with those needs will be given in the IEP. Decisions about accommodations for instruction and assessment for an individual student should be based on certain principles. Accommodations must be necessary for the student to be able to learn and mastery of knowledge or skills (Kameenui & Carnine 1998). Accommodations should demonstrate what the