Assistive Technology

Question 1

Assistive technology

Answer 1

any item, peice of equipment or product system whether commercially acquired

Question 2

Rehab technology

Answer 2

refers to those items that restore an individual to previous level of function

Question 3

Universal design and example

Answer 3

greater usability -ie. curb cuts (dropped curbs)

Question 4

7 principles of universal design

Answer 4

Equitable use
Flexibility
Simple/ Intuitive to use
Perceptible info
Tolerance to error
Low physical effort
Size and space for approach and use

Question 5

low technology

Answer 5

inexpensive such as pen and paper

Question 6

high technology

Answer 6

expensive, difficult to make and obtain

Question 7

4 categories of Assistive Tech

Answer 7

augmentation/ alternative
tech that enables mobility
control environment
sensory aides

Question 8

Different mobility equip.

Answer 8

seating, standing, walking and wheeled mobility products

Question 9

Some vehicle modifications

Answer 9

hand controls, spinner knob, custom accelerator,

Question 10

ECU

Answer 10

environmental control units - provide lots of freedom

Question 11

VoiceBox

Answer 11

obeys natural voice commands to search on the internet