LV - Electronic Aids - Week 7 Flashcards

1
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List 9 advantages of technology aids for low vision.

A

Magnification
Longer working distance
Ergonomics
Wide field of view
Binocular use
Large working area
Writing platform
Usable for irregular objects
Contrast adjustment

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List 5 disadvantages of technology aids for low vision

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Cost
Lack of portability
Technically complex
Nausea by new users
Not suitable for all tasks

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3
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When using technological aids, will most low vision users atill require optical magnification or do the technological aids suffice?

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Most still require optical magnification as technological aids arent sufficient for all tasks

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4
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List the five EVES types.

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Basic desktop
3 in 1 desktop
Advanced desktop
Portable
Hybrid

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5
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What is meant by a 3 in 1 desktop? What is its size compared to basic desktops?

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3 views, distance, near, and self
Smaller and lighter vs basic desktops

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6
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List 4 features of an advanced desktop.

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Digital scan
Reprocessing text
Optical character recognition
Tablet function
-android

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7
Q

Describe portables.

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They are handheld devices that are capable of screen capture, touchscreen and variable magnification

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8
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What are 5 considerations when recommending EVES?

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Cost
Space required
Assistance from family
Need for portability vs stability
Patient confidence and experience with new technology

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9
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Describe the sunu band.

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Mobility aid secondary to a guide dog used to detect nearby hazards with haptic feedback

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10
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What is the irisvision and esight?

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VR headset-like device that displays an image to the patient

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