CHAPTER 15 Flashcards
Technology and Assistive-Device
products, devices or equipment, whether acquired commercially, or customized, that are used to improve the functional capabilities
Adaptive technology (AT)
Adaptive equipment (AE)
Adaptive devices (AD)
* Terms AE and AD used interchangeably
Durable medical equipment:
used to serve a medical purpose, and generally are not useful to a person in the absence of illness or injury”
NOT ALWAYS COVERED BY INSURANCE
Low-tech
-simple
-everyday products
High-tech
-require individual adjustments to use
-requires maintenance
Digital Technology Applications
-Computers, phones, or tablets provide a variety of opportunities
OT practitioners explore these programs to allow clients to engage in everyday living.
Environmental Modifications
-refer to changes in the
environment to support a person’s ability to engage
Universal Design
Anyone, no matter age or ability, can use the tool or product to make tasks easier
Universal Design Principles
Equitable use:
design is useful to people of diverse abilities.
Universal Design Principles
Simple and Intuitive
Design is easy to understand, regardless of experience, knowledge, language, or concentration level
Universal Design Principles
Flexible
space accommodates a range of individual preferences.
Universal Design Principles
Perceptible information
Design clearly communicates necessary information effectively, regardless of conditions and user’s sensory
abilities.
Universal Design Principles
Tolerance for error
Design minimizes hazards and adverse consequences of accidental or unintentional actions.
Universal Design Principles
Low physical effort
Design can be used effectively and comfortably with minimum fatigue
Universal Design Principles
Size and space for approach and use
Appropriate size and space for
approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of the user’s body size, posture or mobility
