Impact and Support for People with Sensory Disabilities

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Which type of sensory impairment affects the ability to taste and smell?

Touch impairment

Hearing impairment

Vision impairment

Taste and smell impairment (correct)

What can tactile impairment involve difficulty feeling?

Music

Pain (correct)

Flavors

Speech

What can exposure to toxins potentially damage?

Bones

Sensory organs (correct)

Muscles

Immune system

Which factor can cause sensory disabilities related to aging?

Aging Signup and view all the answers

What type of impairment affects the way a person perceives touch sensations?

Touch impairment Signup and view all the answers

Which condition may lead to sensory disabilities caused by genetic mutations?

Genetic conditions Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the challenges faced by people with sensory disabilities?

Difficulty accessing information Signup and view all the answers

How can people with visual impairments be supported?

Using assistive technology like screen readers Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of supporting people with sensory disabilities?

Being patient and understanding Signup and view all the answers

According to the World Health Organization, what percentage of the global population has some form of sensory disability?

15% Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended way to support people with hearing impairments?

Practicing clear and concise communication Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to ask individuals with sensory disabilities what they need for support?

To provide personalized assistance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of visual impairments?

Difficulty seeing light, color, or detail Signup and view all the answers

What type of sensations can be affected by tactile impairments?

Temperature, pressure, and vibration Signup and view all the answers

Which sense is affected by olfactory impairments?

Smelling scents Signup and view all the answers

What can cause sensory disabilities according to the text?

Genetic conditions, infections, diseases Signup and view all the answers

How do tactile impairments differ among individuals?

The degree of hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity can vary Signup and view all the answers

What challenges do people with sensory disabilities face?

A variety of challenges in their daily lives Signup and view all the answers

A physical disability can impact a person's ability to carry out daily activities by affecting all of the following EXCEPT:

Respiration Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of physical functioning involves the ability to move independently from one place to another?

Mobility Signup and view all the answers

Physical disabilities affecting dexterity can make tasks like writing challenging due to difficulties in:

Coordination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of limitations in mobility due to physical disabilities?

Vision impairment Signup and view all the answers

In the context of physical disabilities, stamina refers to a person's:

Physical endurance Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of a physical disability according to the text?

Its significant and lasting impact on someone's life Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a daily activity that can be hindered by physical disabilities?

Exercising Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to acquired physical disabilities?

Accidents or trauma Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of physical disabilities mentioned in the text?

Emotional challenges Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to understand physical disabilities according to the text?

To provide necessary support for independent living Signup and view all the answers

What statement best describes the impact of aging on physical disabilities?

Age-related decline can lead to disabilities in some older adults Signup and view all the answers