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You are treating a 78 year old for feeding, but they start to complain that they’re having a hard time seeing things straight on. They say their vision isn’t as sharp as it used to be. You refer them to a vision specialist but you suggest they have”
macular degeneration
For the patient above, they also complain about the sunlight bothering them when they spend time outside. Which lenses will be the BEST option for them to utilize?
orange or brown lenses
A pt has recently been diagnosed with glaucoma and his family says that he consistently misses out on the things that are around him and wants to help but they don’t know how. What is the BEST technique you can show the family and the patient to make sure he is aware of things in his peripheral view?
Teach the scanning method to look around and not just straight ahead
Dynavision therapy is suitable for all of the following EXCEPT:
a. Orthopedics
b. Neurological disorders
c. Visual scanning
d. Pediatrics
e. All are suitable
e. All are suitable
T/F: The Dynavision Therapy is measured on a subjective scale to assess progress with patients
False
What programs does the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation services provide? Select all that apply.
a. Early Intervention
b. Children Rehabilitation Service
c. Vocational Rehabilitation Service
d. Independent Living
e. All of the above
e. All of the above
T/F: Early Intervention provides supports and services for infants and toddlers birth through age 0 to 36 months of age who have a medical diagnosis that can delay normal development.
True
Which of the following is not an adaptive modification provided for the use of computers?
One finger poke typing
Children’s Rehab services are provided through what age?
3-21 years of age
Vocational Rehabilitation Service helps youth and adults with disabilities prepare for or remain in the workforce through what ways? select all that apply.
A. counseling and guidance
B. post secondary training
C. cardiovascular therapy training
D. work adjustment training
E. independent living skills training
A. counseling and guidance
B. post secondary training
D. work adjustment training
E. independent living skills training
T/F: Those with myopia (nearsightedness) can not see objects close to them.
false
When measuring visual acuity what is considered normal vision?
20/20
Low vision is defined as?
Uncorrectable reduced vision
The disorder that leads to a loss of peripheral vision
glaucoma
The name of the vision chart used to determine visual acuity
Snellen chart
You are approached by a potential client interested in CRS services for their child. They wish to know more information, but are unsure if their child is eligible for services. You inform that basic eligibility for the CRS ACT clinic involves all of the following except:
Doctor referral
You have evaluated your client and determined they are in need of a mid tech device. Based on your knowledge you know that which of the following is an example of a static display and multi-level mid tech device?
7 level communication builder
An OT and their team are assessing a client’s motor skills to determine the best fit for them regarding AAC. These skills are assessed by looking at:
Function, access methods, and UE support devices
You are setting up a mount for your client that will allow them to use eye gaze. Which of the following statements regarding optimal positioning of an eye gaze mount is not true:
Mount should be 25-30 inches from the eyes
T/F: AAC can prevent the development of spoken language
false
T/F: It is safe to place a wheelchair mount on a stroller.
false
You are working with a client using an augmentative and alternative communication device and they struggle to click on one icon on the screen, what can be placed on the screen to help them from clicking multiple icons?
keyguard
When working with a child using an AAC device what is the best way to increase their motor planning?
Leave the icon in the same place when adding more icons
What is the best way to “hide” icons on static boards/devices when targeting specific vocabulary?
painter’s tape
For optimal positioning during the AAC assessment report the device should be placed where?
positioned at midline on a flat surface in front of the patient
____ refers to paying close and continuous attention over a prolonged period in order to detect a signal.
Vigilance
John, a 67-year-old family medicine physician, is having difficulty remembering vital sign norms; what cognitive skill is he displaying deficits in?
mental representation
People with intellectual disabilities have significant limitations in ______ and _____ originating before the age of 18.
intellectual functioning; adaptive behavior
____ technologies offer the user different modalities for providing input commands or information to a device
alternative input
T/F: Individuals with acquired cognitive disabilities resulting from injury may retain a wide variety of cognitive skills, the goal for choosing AT for this group should compensate for what is lost.
True
You have a 6-year-old male who is nonverbal in a school setting who requires the use of AAC for communication as determined by your evaluation. Your AAC evaluation was conducted in a classroom setting to determine educational needs. What kind of AAC evaluation did you conduct?
curriculum-based assessment
You are working with a 3-year-old female who is nonverbal and just graduated from Early Intervention. You and the AAC team must determine what type of AAC device is most appropriate for her. Based on her age, what AAC device would be the most appropriate for her?
A device with developmental vocabulary that includes words and concepts not yet understood.
Which AAC mounting system allows for free participation of ADLs for someone who requires a wheelchair?
swing-away mounting system
You have an 80-year-old client with Alzheimer’s Dementia who was referred to your AAC clinic for an evaluation to determine the most appropriate means for communication. Which answer choice is most appropriate for the client considering the diagnosis?
Low-tech memory devices, communication books, and high-tech displays positioned in the client’s living space.
T/F: No-tech devices involve inexpensive devices that are simple to make and easy to obtain.
false
Mrs. Cunningham a 75-year-old female is seeing you for hand therapy services following a CTR. She states that she was in extreme pain after surgery but is feeling better now. She is able to pick from 4 exercise options when given a choice. She is also compliant with her HEP and reports reduced pain levels. What gem level is this patient?
Sapphire
Mr. Kelly is a 73-year-old male you are seeing in outpatient rehab following a hip replacement. You notice some strange behaviors throughout therapy sessions. He always picks up coffee from Chick-Fil-A before every morning therapy session. He explained to you that Chick-Fil-A was out of coffee therefore he could not have any that day. He also becomes frustrated when you change his therapy routine. While completing exercises he has a slow reaction time and has a difficult time initiating tasks. What gem level is this patient?
Diamond
You have a 90-year-old female patient in the nursing home. She has lost 30 pounds over the past two months while you have been treating her. Throughout treatment you have to explain things 3-4 times before she comprehends what you are saying. You have also noticed significant struggles with her breathing & swallowing over the past two months. What gem level is she?
Pearl
You have a patient in a SNF. He is extremely impulsive and yells constantly. He has a difficult time with his vision and is extremely irritable. He constantly refuses therapy services and threatens the health care staff daily. What gem is this patient?
Amber
T/F: There are 8 gem levels in Teepa Snow’s GEMS model.
false
Where is language located in the brain?
left side
You are seeing a 78 year old female client in the skilled nursing facility you work at. When having a conversation she is able to speak fluently with a normal rhythm and understand what you’re saying, but she doesn’t make sense when she speaks back to you. What type of dementia does she likely have?
Primary progressive aphasia
In the video, Teepa Snow states that with dementia, you “Lose it on the left, and keep it on the right.” What aspect of speech are you NOT losing with dementia?
Rhythm
T/F: In the early stages of dementia, people will miss 1 out of 4 words.
true
You are seeing a 92 year old male client in your skilled nursing facility. He has been having trouble with language comprehension and speech production causing him to withdraw during sessions. What type of intervention could allow him to speak clearly and understand speech for a short period of time?
Use familiar music that he can sing to
How many senior citizens die with some form of dementia?
1/3
Out of the leading causes of death in the U.S.. where does Alzheimer’s fit on the list.
6th place
Why is music therapy given such low priority in the care of dementia and other diseases?
It is argued that the chemical drugs are where the business is, and that its easy to write a prescription for $1000 worth of pills but not for a $40 iPod.
T/F: This film encourages widespread adoption of personalized music programs in nursing homes and outpatient therapy in homes.
true
T/F: Dementia equals brain failure.
true
You have a 70-year-old patient in the hospital showing signs of delirium. What diagnosis has a 50% chance of appearing 2 years later?
Dementia
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of Alzheimer’s disease?
Impaired vision and hearing
A home health occupational therapist is evaluating an 82-year-old man with dementia. Which of the following is MOST essential to assess so that the therapist can make appropriate recommendations for activity participation between therapy sessions?
Current and potential systems of support
A client in the mid-stage of Alzheimer’s disease lives at home with a spouse as the primary caregiver. The spouse wants the client to remain at home as long as possible; despite a progressive decline in the client’s cognition. What strategy should be included in the recommendations for supporting the client’s aging in place?
Establish a routine schedule of familiar daily activities to encourage engagement
