Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a low-technology device?&#10;A) Pencil grip&#10;B) Environmental control unit (ECU)&#10;C) Powered wheelchair&#10;D) Laptop computer

Accepted Answer

Low technology is easy to obtain, easy to use, and of relatively low cost.

Question 2

Which of the following is the most important aspect that affects the functional use of a personal high-technology augmentative communication device?&#10;A) Implementing&#10;B) Planning&#10;C) Pricing&#10;D) Selecting

Accepted Answer

Careful planning and training are required for children to become competent users of Alternative Augmentative Communications (AAC) systems.Remember, the goal is to reinforce and facilitate any attempt at communication, since what a child has to say is more important than how he or she says it!

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of an adapted input device for computer access?&#10;A) Braille embosser&#10;B) Enlarged print&#10;C) Speech synthesizer&#10;D) Switch

Accepted Answer

A switch is an adapted input device used for computer access that allows individuals with motor impairments to interact with computers through simple actions such as pressing a button or blowing a puff. Switches can be customized to serve different functions such as enabling individuals to navigate through menus, control the cursor or typing. Braille embossers are output devices that produce tactile Braille printouts of digital information. Enlarged print is an output solution used to improve visual access to on-screen information. Speech synthesizers are also output devices that convert digital text into audible speech output.

Question 4

What type of selection is it when the child moves the joystick to the right so the cursor goes to the right?&#10;A) Direct selection&#10;B) Encoding&#10;C) Indirect selection&#10;D) Scanning

Accepted Answer

Using your hands to operate the joystick on a computer game console is another example of direct selection; when you want to go left, you move the joystick to the left with no intermediate steps involved.

Question 5

What do built-up controls for a toy or activity represent?&#10;A) No-technology solution&#10;B) Low-technology solution&#10;C) High-technology solution&#10;D) Bad solution

Accepted Answer

Built-up controls for a toy or activity typically represent a low-technology solution. This means that they use simple and basic technology, rather than complex or high-end technology.

Question 6

What should the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) consider when selecting assistive switches?&#10;A) Use whatever switch is available.&#10;B) Match switch characteristics to the user's specific needs.&#10;C) Move the switch around as much as possible to find the best spot.&#10;D) Make access challenging for the individual.

Accepted Answer

Like so many aspects of rehabilitation, AT assessment is a team endeavor.Although COTAs do not conduct evaluations, it is critical to understand the process of evaluation so that the clinical information that is shared with the occupational therapist is valuable in making adjustments to AT goals and intervention procedures for individual users.Numerous approaches to decision-making for assistive technology exist.The one discussed here is adapted from a model rooted in the field of human factor.

Question 7

Which of the following is not considered a low-technology mobility aid?&#10;A) Wheelchair&#10;B) Scooter&#10;C) Cane&#10;D) Walker

Accepted Answer

Low technology is easy to obtain, easy to use, and of relatively low cost.In contrast, high technology is more difficult to obtain, requires greater skill to use, and is frequently more costly.

Question 8

Which of the following is not a disadvantage of a power wheelchair?&#10;A) Weight&#10;B) Portability&#10;C) Maintenance&#10;D) Speed

Accepted Answer

However, the student's family is committed to emphasizing the use of a walker and so does not want to consider a power wheelchair.Since the caregivers do not share the goal of powered mobility, it may not be wise to pursue that goal at this time.Speed is one of the advantages of a powered wheelchair.However, they weigh more, are less portable, and must be maintained.

Question 9

Which statement is true of direct selection?&#10;A) Direct selection is faster than indirect selection.&#10;B) Direct selection is cognitively more complex than indirect selection.&#10;C) Direct selection may be accomplished without physical contact.&#10;D) Direct selection may involve scanning or encoding.

Accepted Answer

One form of access is referred to as direct selection.Direct selection is a straightforward method for making a choice or selection.Physically, direct selection is considered more difficult than indirect selection because it requires more refined, controlled movements.However, because all of the elements in the selection set are equally available and do not need to be scanned, direct selection is considered the faster form of device control.Direct selection is also considered less cognitively complex than indirect selection because it is more intuitive.For these reasons, direct selection forms of device control are considered a better option than indirect forms of control.

Question 10

Which of the following adjectives does not accurately describe low technology?&#10;A) Inexpensive&#10;B) Inaccessible&#10;C) Accessible&#10;D) Simple

Accepted Answer

Low technology is easy to obtain, easy to use, and of relatively low cost.In contrast, high technology is more difficult to obtain, requires greater skill to use, and is frequently more costly.We consider these factors when weighing options for individual users.For example, if we are working with an individual who we know to be "technophobic," then we would probably want to keep our AT options toward the low-technology end.At the same time, we do not want to make AT decisions simply based on the fact that someone enjoys and is comfortable with technology.This author's motto is simple: Never buy a Jaguar when a Volkswagen will do! To be safe, we should always make sure that our decisions about technology are based on the goals and abilities of the client.

Question 11

The child observes all the letters pass by on the computer screen and presses a button when the letter he wants passes by.What type of selection is this?&#10;A) Direct selection&#10;B) Encoding&#10;C) Scanning&#10;D) Physical selection

Accepted Answer

The answer of The child observes all the letters pass...

Question 12

What was the team trying to identify when they observed the child playing to determine what voluntary movement he had before placing the switch on his arm?&#10;A) Indirect selection&#10;B) Direct selection&#10;C) Access&#10;D) Control site

Accepted Answer

The answer of What was the team trying to identify...

Question 13

From where would someone seek AT funding for an 8-year-old to perform successfully in school?&#10;A) Medicare&#10;B) Vocational rehabilitation program&#10;C) Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA)&#10;D) Birth to three program

Accepted Answer

The answer of From where would someone seek AT funding...

Question 14

Which of the following is not a mode of transmission for an ECU?&#10;A) Ultrasound&#10;B) Infrared&#10;C) Radiofrequency&#10;D) Satellite

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The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 15

Which statement is true concerning assistive technology (AT)?&#10;A) AT refers to aids and devices that help rehabilitate an individual.&#10;B) AT helps a person to be more functional.&#10;C) AT is always commercially manufactured.&#10;D) AT helps persons with only certain diagnoses.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which statement is true concerning assistive technology...

Deck 27: Assistive Technology