Patient Experiences at the Pennhurst State School and Hospital

The transcript narrates personal experiences of being institutionalized at Pennhurst due to family and medical issues. It describes the emotional impact of separation from family, the conditions and facilities at Pennhurst, and the societal attitudes towards individuals with disabilities. The narrative highlights the challenges faced by families and individuals in dealing with disabilities and institutionalization.

What was the main reason Sandra was brain injured at birth?

• A prolonged delivery

• A lack of oxygen

• A precipitous delivery

• A genetic disorder

Why did the narrator's mother decide to institutionalize them?

• To protect them from their father

• To provide better education

• Because of the narrator's unruly behavior

• Due to financial difficulties

What was Pennhurst State School designed to accommodate?

• A rural village of 300 people

• A large city of 5000 people

• A small community of 500 people

• A closed society of about 1800 people

What facilities were available at Pennhurst?

• A swimming pool and gym

• A library and art studio

• A barber shop and dental place

• A cinema and theater

How did families typically say goodbye to their children at Pennhurst?

• By writing a letter

• With a farewell party

• With a formal ceremony

• By waving and trying not to cry

What was the narrator's emotional reaction upon arriving at Pennhurst?

• Indifference and calm

• Joy and relief

• Fear and tears

• Excitement and curiosity

What was the narrator's perception of their future at Pennhurst?

• A temporary stay

• A lifelong commitment

• A short-term visit

• An educational opportunity