Deck 11: Assistive Technology to Optimize Physical Functioning

Question 1

These professionals are educated to evaluate a patient's environment and to determine which modifications or devices may help the person adjust to their physical limitations:

A) nurses
B) doctors
C) occupational therapists
D) physical therapists

Answer 1

occupational therapists

Question 2

Individuals with some useful sight but whose visual impairment cannot be corrected are, or have:

A) low vision.
B) legally blind.
C) severe vision.
D) useless sight.

Answer 2

low vision.

Question 3

Which of the following assistive devices would be most helpful to a patient who cannot bend at the waist?

A) zipper pull
B) walker
C) universal cuff
D) reacher

Answer 3

reacher

Question 4

Examples of these include utensils with enlarged handles, utensil holders, and universal cuffs:

A) compensatory techniques
B) feeding technology
C) adaptive devices
D) adaptive technology

Question 5

Adaptive devices used for grooming can:

A) promote proper hygiene.
B) reduce the energy and dexterity required for grooming.
C) help individuals remain independent.
D) all of the above

Question 6

A dementia diagnosis is based on:

A) changes in speech.
B) increased falls.
C) behavioral changes.
D) all of the above

Question 7

Home modifications should be adaptable to all members of a household who have varying abilities. Such modifications are called:

A) simple designs.
B) universal designs.
C) energy-saving designs.
D) mainstream designs.

Question 8

Assistive technology in the workplace can:

A) help prevent work-related disabilities and enable people with disabilities to continue meeting job performance requirements.
B) help adults work past the age of retirement.
C) increase worker productivity among older adults.
D) both 2 and 3

Question 9

Designs with universal characteristics, such as no-step entryways, are more likely to be used because:

A) they are cheaper than other modifications.
B) they are stigma-free and useful.
C) they are the easiest to install.
D) they are common and easy to purchase.

Question 10

Some home functions can be automated using:

A) home automation.
B) assistive domotics.
C) all of the above
D) none of the above

Question 11

Nurses play an important role in the care of patients with low vision by recognizing the need for:

A) glasses.
B) assistive technology and devices.
C) education.
D) referral.

Question 12

When feeding, examples of these might include getting assistance from another person in the household or modifying the environment:

A) adaptive devices
B) compensatory techniques
C) adaptive behaviors
D) adjustable systems