Chapter 42: Disabilities

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What is one way clinicians can improve the accessibility of information for patients who are blind or have low vision?

Use high-tech formats exclusively

Provide medication instructions through handwritten notes

Send appointment reminders through secure Internet portals (correct)

Discuss critical information only in person

What is a recommendation for helping patients with visual disabilities manage their medications effectively?

Only provide medication information verbally

Give medications in similar shape and size bottles

Record medication information in Braille or large print (correct)

Avoid the use of tactile clues for medication bottles

What is the purpose of wrapping rubber bands around medication bottles for patients with visual disabilities?

To enhance the smell of the medication

To differentiate between different medications (correct)

To indicate the expiry date of the medication

To provide a pleasant texture to the bottle

Why are synthetic speech systems mentioned as helpful for persons with visual disabilities?

To help them understand texts on computer screens Signup and view all the answers

What should clinicians do if high-tech formats are not available for patients with visual disabilities?

Discuss alternative ways to convey critical information Signup and view all the answers

How can pharmacists assist patients with visual disabilities in differentiating between medications?

Dispensing medications in similar shape bottles Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What determines the type of hearing devices a person can obtain?

Financial resources Signup and view all the answers

Why do many people use their hearing devices only intermittently or abandon them altogether?

Complexities in making the devices work well Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs)?

To enhance the signal-to-noise ratio Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of personal amplified ALDs?

To make sounds clearer to the listener Signup and view all the answers

How do users of personal amplified ALDs typically interact with the device during conversations?

They place the microphone near the speaker’s mouth Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the availability of ALDs in public settings?

ALDs are widely used in public settings like theaters and concert halls Signup and view all the answers

Why might some patients hesitate to admit difficulty hearing, despite using ALDs?

Fear of social stigma Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial consideration for persons seeking hearing aids according to the text?

Understanding that months of trial and error may be involved Signup and view all the answers

What does TTY stand for?

Teletypewriter Signup and view all the answers

How do TTY users communicate with each other?

Typing messages back and forth Signup and view all the answers

What is a common shorthand technique used by TTY users?

Typing abbreviations or shortened phrases Signup and view all the answers

Why are smart phones making TTY somewhat obsolete?

Smart phones offer text messaging and instant communication Signup and view all the answers

What connection can be made by dialing 7-1-1 nationwide?

Connection to the local TRS for phone relay services Signup and view all the answers

Who facilitates telephone calls for people who have difficulty hearing or speaking through TRS?

Communications assistants Signup and view all the answers

What does the communications assistant do in TRS when a TTY user types a message?

Reads aloud the message Signup and view all the answers

What law ensures that telephone relay services are available free for all under Title IV of the ADA?

Title IV of the ADA Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about Tom's refusal to acknowledge his foot drop?

He is in denial about his mobility difficulties. Signup and view all the answers

Why does walking hold cultural significance according to the text?

It connotes independence and autonomy. Signup and view all the answers

What impact can a progressive failure in walking have on individuals?

Feelings of embarrassment and shame. Signup and view all the answers

What does the US ethos assume about citizens' mobility?

Freedom of movement reflects independence and self-reliance. Signup and view all the answers

How do aphorisms like 'standing on your own two feet' contribute to the discussion in the text?

They emphasize the importance of standing independently. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

'Walking tall' in the text most likely means:

Walking with proper posture and confidence. Signup and view all the answers

'Climbing the ladder of success' in the text is a metaphor for:

'Achieving progress in one's career.' Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of new power assist wheelchairs?

They temporarily turn on power to boost wheel propulsion. Signup and view all the answers

Why are manual wheelchairs considered optimal for maximizing physical fitness?

Because users can self-propel them. Signup and view all the answers

What type of injuries can long-term self-propulsion in manual wheelchairs cause?

Rotator cuff injuries Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a control method mentioned for four-wheel power (battery-powered) wheelchairs?

Controls operated by user's breaths Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

Which type of mobility aid involves users sitting in a captain's chair positioned behind the controls?

Three- or four-wheeled scooters Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of complex rehab wheelchairs according to the text?

Tilt-in-space and recline capabilities Signup and view all the answers