40 Questions
What is one way clinicians can improve the accessibility of information for patients who are blind or have low vision?
Send appointment reminders through secure Internet portals
What is a recommendation for helping patients with visual disabilities manage their medications effectively?
Record medication information in Braille or large print
What is the purpose of wrapping rubber bands around medication bottles for patients with visual disabilities?
To differentiate between different medications
Why are synthetic speech systems mentioned as helpful for persons with visual disabilities?
To help them understand texts on computer screens
What should clinicians do if high-tech formats are not available for patients with visual disabilities?
Discuss alternative ways to convey critical information
How can pharmacists assist patients with visual disabilities in differentiating between medications?
Dispensing medications in similar shape bottles
Why is it important to remove one rubber band with each dose of medication for patients with visual disabilities?
To know how many doses are left for the day
What is the purpose of using a screen reader with a synthetic speech system for individuals with visual disabilities?
To help the synthesizer speak correctly
What determines the type of hearing devices a person can obtain?
Financial resources
Why do many people use their hearing devices only intermittently or abandon them altogether?
Complexities in making the devices work well
What is the main goal of Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs)?
To enhance the signal-to-noise ratio
What is the purpose of personal amplified ALDs?
To make sounds clearer to the listener
How do users of personal amplified ALDs typically interact with the device during conversations?
They place the microphone near the speaker’s mouth
Which statement is true about the availability of ALDs in public settings?
ALDs are widely used in public settings like theaters and concert halls
Why might some patients hesitate to admit difficulty hearing, despite using ALDs?
Fear of social stigma
What is a crucial consideration for persons seeking hearing aids according to the text?
Understanding that months of trial and error may be involved
What does TTY stand for?
Teletypewriter
How do TTY users communicate with each other?
Typing messages back and forth
What is a common shorthand technique used by TTY users?
Typing abbreviations or shortened phrases
Why are smart phones making TTY somewhat obsolete?
Smart phones offer text messaging and instant communication
What connection can be made by dialing 7-1-1 nationwide?
Connection to the local TRS for phone relay services
Who facilitates telephone calls for people who have difficulty hearing or speaking through TRS?
Communications assistants
What does the communications assistant do in TRS when a TTY user types a message?
Reads aloud the message
What law ensures that telephone relay services are available free for all under Title IV of the ADA?
Title IV of the ADA
What does the text suggest about Tom's refusal to acknowledge his foot drop?
He is in denial about his mobility difficulties.
Why does walking hold cultural significance according to the text?
It connotes independence and autonomy.
What impact can a progressive failure in walking have on individuals?
Feelings of embarrassment and shame.
What does the US ethos assume about citizens' mobility?
Freedom of movement reflects independence and self-reliance.
How do aphorisms like 'standing on your own two feet' contribute to the discussion in the text?
They emphasize the importance of standing independently.
Why is Tom's wife described as 'both irritated and worried' in the text?
She is frustrated with her husband's refusal to seek medical help.
'Walking tall' in the text most likely means:
Walking with proper posture and confidence.
'Climbing the ladder of success' in the text is a metaphor for:
'Achieving progress in one's career.'
What are the four main categories that wheeled mobility aids generally fall into?
Manual wheelchairs, new power assist wheelchairs, four-wheel power wheelchairs, three- or four-wheeled scooters
What is a characteristic of new power assist wheelchairs?
They temporarily turn on power to boost wheel propulsion.
Why are manual wheelchairs considered optimal for maximizing physical fitness?
Because users can self-propel them.
What type of injuries can long-term self-propulsion in manual wheelchairs cause?
Rotator cuff injuries
Which of the following is NOT a control method mentioned for four-wheel power (battery-powered) wheelchairs?
Controls operated by user's breaths
What is the purpose of careful evaluation by specialists in choosing mobility aids?
To ensure choice of equipment that maximizes independent function and minimizes physical risks
Which type of mobility aid involves users sitting in a captain's chair positioned behind the controls?
Three- or four-wheeled scooters
What is a feature of complex rehab wheelchairs according to the text?
Tilt-in-space and recline capabilities
Learn about the importance of using audiotapes or disability accessible digital formats to improve the accessibility of information for patients, especially those who are blind or have low vision. Explore alternative ways, such as telephone calls, to convey critical information.
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