Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a low-tech device for supporting function?

Accepted Answer

A) Desktop computer 
B) Motorized wheelchair 
C) Oven timer 
D) Home monitoring sensor system 
A) Desktop computer 
B) Motorized wheelchair 
C) Oven timer 
D) Home monitoring sensor system C

Question 2

The least stigmatizing form of design to support function is:

Accepted Answer

A) Accessible design 
B) Adaptive design 
C) Universal design 
D) Transgenerational design 
A) Accessible design 
B) Adaptive design 
C) Universal design 
D) Transgenerational design C

Question 3

As a general rule,assistive technologies should be considered as interventions to support function:

Accepted Answer

A) As a first-line strategy,before attempting any other intervention 
B) Simultaneous with other forms of intervention,regardless of the client's condition 
C) When other strategies have proved not to help with the specific functional concern 
D) Only in the most complex and challenging circumstances 
A) As a first-line strategy,before attempting any other intervention 
B) Simultaneous with other forms of intervention,regardless of the client's condition 
C) When other strategies have proved not to help with the specific functional concern 
D) Only in the most complex and challenging circumstances C

Question 4

To avoid having a client abandon an assistive device,it is good practice to:

Accepted Answer

A) Purchase the most expensive and up-to-date device 
B) Only use very simple devices to minimize learning curve 
C) Train family members,regardless of client abilities 
D) Provide a try-out period before purchase 
A) Purchase the most expensive and up-to-date device 
B) Only use very simple devices to minimize learning curve 
C) Train family members,regardless of client abilities 
D) Provide a try-out period before purchase

Question 5

An advantage of assistive devices over universal design strategies is:

Accepted Answer

A) Assistive devices are always inexpensive 
B) The device can be tailored to the specific needs of the individual 
C) The device is more likely to be marketable and generate profits 
D) Individuals prefer assistive devices as less stigmatizing than universal design 
A) Assistive devices are always inexpensive 
B) The device can be tailored to the specific needs of the individual 
C) The device is more likely to be marketable and generate profits 
D) Individuals prefer assistive devices as less stigmatizing than universal design

Question 6

In implementing universal design,the principle of perceptible information means that:

Accepted Answer

A) The design conveys its use without extensive training or instructions 
B) People with a wide array of disabilities can make use of the design 
C) Potential for errors or injuries in use is minimized by design 
D) It accommodates a wide range of preferences and abilities 
A) The design conveys its use without extensive training or instructions 
B) People with a wide array of disabilities can make use of the design 
C) Potential for errors or injuries in use is minimized by design 
D) It accommodates a wide range of preferences and abilities

Question 7

Accessible design achieved by providing separate design features for specific disabilities has all of the following drawbacks EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) It can be expensive 
B) It may be stigmatizing 
C) It introduces a medical feel to whatever has been altered 
D) It cannot serve individuals who have any other condition 
A) It can be expensive 
B) It may be stigmatizing 
C) It introduces a medical feel to whatever has been altered 
D) It cannot serve individuals who have any other condition

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a typical reason for abandonment of assistive devices?

Accepted Answer

A) Lack of consideration of user opinion in selection 
B) Client disapproval of cosmetic appearance of device 
C) Poor device performance 
D) Change in user needs or priorities 
A) Lack of consideration of user opinion in selection 
B) Client disapproval of cosmetic appearance of device 
C) Poor device performance 
D) Change in user needs or priorities

Question 9

The most common assistive device is:

Accepted Answer

A) Eyeglasses 
B) Walker 
C) Hearing aid 
D) Wheelchair 
A) Eyeglasses 
B) Walker 
C) Hearing aid 
D) Wheelchair

Question 10

Which of the following is not a typical strategy for changing the individual in the context of a disabling condition?

Accepted Answer

A) Identifying an aide,assistant,or device to support function 
B) Therapy 
C) Training/education 
D) Teaching of compensatory strategies and adaptive techniques 
A) Identifying an aide,assistant,or device to support function 
B) Therapy 
C) Training/education 
D) Teaching of compensatory strategies and adaptive techniques

Exam 21: Environment,products,and Technology

Which of the following is an example of a low-tech device for supporting function?

The least stigmatizing form of design to support function is:

As a general rule,assistive technologies should be considered as interventions to support function:

To avoid having a client abandon an assistive device,it is good practice to:

An advantage of assistive devices over universal design strategies is:

In implementing universal design,the principle of perceptible information means that:

Accessible design achieved by providing separate design features for specific disabilities has all of the following drawbacks EXCEPT:

Which of the following is NOT a typical reason for abandonment of assistive devices?

The most common assistive device is:

Which of the following is not a typical strategy for changing the individual in the context of a disabling condition?

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