Disability etiquette - Assistive technologies

Question 1

When in the company of people who use assistive devices such as wheelchairs or canes, is it appropriate to touch the assistive device? (True/False)

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Which of the following actions is considered good disability etiquette regarding assistive devices?
A. Offering to help by moving the assistive device.
B. Respecting personal space by not touching, leaning on, or picking up a person’s assistive device.
C. Pointing out that the assistive device might be in the way.

Answer 2

B. Respecting personal space by not touching, leaning on, or picking up a person’s assistive device.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT considered part of a person’s personal space when they use assistive devices?
A. A wheelchair
B. A cane
C. None of the above, all mentioned items are considered part of a person’s personal space.

Answer 3

C. None of the above, all mentioned items are considered part of a person’s personal space.