Exam 16: Conditions of the Eye and Blindness

John lost vision in both eyes when he was shot while engaging in gang war activities. He has been assigned to your caseload. One of the first referrals you intend to make for John is for orientation and mobility training. Specify the goal of orientation and mobility training.

Free

(Essay)

4.8/5

(38)

Question 1

Correct Answer:

Verified

To enable individuals with a visual loss to achieve as much mobility and independence as possible according to their capabilities and desires to recapture, strengthen, and maintain self-reliance for safe and independent function.

Describe and discuss the uses and availability of assistive devices and low-vision aids for the visually disabled and chronically ill individuals.

Free

(Essay)

4.9/5

(37)

Question 2

Correct Answer:

Verified

A. Assistive devices and low-vision aids should be a part of an overall program to enhance the entire life of the individual, not just the individual's visual system.
B. Adaptive equipment: optical devices (high powered magnification lenses, telescopic spectacles, large-print reading material or large-button telephones)
C. Low technology devices: talking watches, raised-dot markings for oven dials, templates for check signing require little training and may require only simple adaptations
D. Talking clocks and timers, writing guides, talking books, and audiocassettes help to meet the communication needs

An individual has recently moved from his home to your state, where he has been referred to you for services. He is currently being treated for glaucoma. Obviously you will want to help him find a referral for continued follow-up of the glaucoma. The most appropriate professional to whom the referral for control of glaucoma should be made is an ______________.

Free

(Multiple Choice)

4.7/5

(37)

Question 3

Correct Answer:

Verified

Explain the differences between hard-copy Braille, soft-copy Braille, and refreshable Braille displays.

(Essay)

4.7/5

(37)

Question 4

Explain and discuss the various treatments and management for visual loss. Discuss contraindications for surgical treatments.

(Essay)

5.0/5

(36)

Question 5

____________________ is a condition in which the there is a misalignment of the two eyes, so that they are not simultaneously oriented. They may be crossed inward or both eyes facing outward.

(Multiple Choice)

4.9/5

(36)

Question 6

The degree of vocational impact of a visual disorder depends on ______________.

(Multiple Choice)

4.8/5

(39)

Question 7

List and describe types of mobility aids that may be used by individuals who are blind or partially sighted.

(Essay)

4.8/5

(33)

Question 8

Ms. L. has lost her vision due to proliferative retinopathy. Although you realize that there are many practical skills, she will have to learn and confront many environmental issues in order to function independently; you will also realize that you will have to work with her in helping her to adapt, adjust, and function effectively in her social environment. List two social issues that Ms. L. needs to confront.

(Essay)

4.9/5

(44)

Question 9

Define legal blindness.

(Short Answer)

4.9/5

(38)

Question 10

You have been asked to work with and individual who has a diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa. In working with him to establish his vocational potential, you would need to keep in mind that_____________.

(Multiple Choice)

4.8/5

(36)

Question 11

Describe different types of assistive devices used for individuals with low vision or blindness.

(Essay)

4.9/5

(41)

Question 12

____________________ is the ability to see images in the periphery of the visual field but not images in the center.

(Multiple Choice)

4.8/5

(37)

Question 13

Visual loss may be temporary, reversible, progressive, or permanent. Describe the various components of vision that may be affected.

(Essay)

4.8/5

(37)

Question 14

An individual complains to you that she has found it increasingly difficult to see well enough to do her needlepoint. She states there is no pain but she has noticed a blind spot in the center of her vision. What is the most likely diagnosis?

(Multiple Choice)

4.9/5

(37)

Question 15

Discuss the condition of the opacities of the eye.

(Essay)

4.8/5

(34)

Question 16

An individual has been working in a garment factory as an alteration and repair technician but has recently been unable to perform her duties because of clouding of vision. She was referred to an ophthalmologist who identified cataract formation in both eyes and has recommended surgery. The individual's employer has asked you to act as a consultant to determine vocational implications of the diagnosis. In evaluating the situation you determine that ___________________.

(Multiple Choice)

4.8/5

(31)

Question 17

You have just received the medical report from an individual's last visit to the ophthalmologist. The report states that he has a refractory error. In reading the report, you note that specifically he has hyperopia. In order to assist his functional capacity he would need ______________.

(Multiple Choice)

4.8/5

(36)

Question 18

Special needs of individuals who are legally blind or partially sighted are often overlooked because _________________.

(Multiple Choice)

4.9/5

(41)

Question 19

An individual had a surgical procedure called scleral buckling. Which of the following conditions would this surgery be warranted?

(Multiple Choice)

4.9/5

(25)

Question 20

Showing 1 - 20 of 20

Exam 16: Conditions of the Eye and Blindness

John lost vision in both eyes when he was shot while engaging in gang war activities. He has been assigned to your caseload. One of the first referrals you intend to make for John is for orientation and mobility training. Specify the goal of orientation and mobility training.

Describe and discuss the uses and availability of assistive devices and low-vision aids for the visually disabled and chronically ill individuals.

Explain the differences between hard-copy Braille, soft-copy Braille, and refreshable Braille displays.

Explain and discuss the various treatments and management for visual loss. Discuss contraindications for surgical treatments.

____________________ is a condition in which the there is a misalignment of the two eyes, so that they are not simultaneously oriented. They may be crossed inward or both eyes facing outward.

The degree of vocational impact of a visual disorder depends on ______________.

List and describe types of mobility aids that may be used by individuals who are blind or partially sighted.

Define legal blindness.

You have been asked to work with and individual who has a diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa. In working with him to establish his vocational potential, you would need to keep in mind that_____________.

Describe different types of assistive devices used for individuals with low vision or blindness.

____________________ is the ability to see images in the periphery of the visual field but not images in the center.

Visual loss may be temporary, reversible, progressive, or permanent. Describe the various components of vision that may be affected.

An individual complains to you that she has found it increasingly difficult to see well enough to do her needlepoint. She states there is no pain but she has noticed a blind spot in the center of her vision. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Discuss the condition of the opacities of the eye.

You have just received the medical report from an individual's last visit to the ophthalmologist. The report states that he has a refractory error. In reading the report, you note that specifically he has hyperopia. In order to assist his functional capacity he would need ______________.

Special needs of individuals who are legally blind or partially sighted are often overlooked because _________________.

An individual had a surgical procedure called scleral buckling. Which of the following conditions would this surgery be warranted?

Conceptualizing Functioning, Disability, and Health

Psychosocial and Functional Aspects of Health Conditions

Introduction to the Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Traumatic Brain Injury

Stroke

Epilepsy and Other Conditions of the Nervous System

Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury

Multiple Sclerosis

Neurodegenerative and Neuromuscular Conditions

Post-Polio Syndrome and Other Conditions of the Nervous System

Developmental Conditions: Cerebral Palsy and Spina Bifida

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Diagnosis and Treatment of Psychiatric Conditions: Functional and Vocational Implications

Functional Implications of Selected Psychiatric Diagnoses

Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

Hearing Loss and Deafness

Sickle Cell Disease, Hemophilia, and Conditions of the Blood

Introduction to the Immune System

Human Immunodeficiency Virus Hiv Infection

Introduction to Cancers: General Methods of Identification and Management

Specific Cancers and Their Management

Diabetes and Other Conditions of the Endocrine System

Structure, Function, and Common Conditions of the Musculoskeletal System

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, and Other Rheumatic Conditions

Amputation

Chronic Pain

Cardiovascular Conditions

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Asthma, and Other Conditions of the Pulmonary System

Chronic Kidney Disease and Other Conditions of the Urinary System

Conditions of the Gastrointestinal System

Burn Injury and Other Conditions of the Skin

Assistive Technology

Aging With Disability

Filters