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ATP - RESNA Exam Questions with
Detailed Verified Answers
Reading aids for people with visual impairment Ans: - Optical aids
(handheld magnifiers)
- Nonoptical aids (enlarged print, lamps)
- Electronic aids (projectors)
Public sources that fund assistive technology Ans: 1986
amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 provide federal
money to each state
Goals of patient with neurological/muscular/joint condition
contributing to postural deformity Ans: - To impede development
of postural deformities
- Impart forces that correct progression
- Accommodate fixed orthopedic deformities
- PELVIS is key to postural alignment
6 major psychological factors of motivation Ans: - elicitors of
behavior
- symbols
- beliefs and perceptions
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- cultural norms and expectations
- intrinsic motivation
- history of experience
Movement characteristics Ans: Assistive technology can help
provide stability, enhance sensory feedback, or provide
modifications in support of an effector (muscle)
Seating components for upper and lower extremities Ans: Upper
extremities: arm trough, arm tray
Lower extremities: calf support, foot plate, anterior knee supports,
ankle straps
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Ans: Authorizes state funding in
imparting rehab services to people with disabilities in need of
rehabilitation for EMPLOYMENT PURPOSES
=> Reasonable accommodations
Amendments made in 1998 involve access to electronic office
equipment by disabled users working for Federal Government
Alternatives in visual displays for people with low vision Ans:
Affected by:
- Size of text
- Spacing of text
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- Contrast
Ideal computers:
- Software based
- Ease of use
- Smooth and fast display
- cost effective
Characterization of effector movements Ans: RESOLUTION: ability
to control fine motor movements
RANGE: greatest extent of of movement
STRENGTH: duh...
ENDURANCE: ability to sustain a force
VERSATILITY: effector's ability to handle multiple tasks
*fingers have LOW range and strength but HIGH versatility
Assistive technology in relation to the HAAT model Ans: Human
Activity
Assistive
Technology
ATP - RESNA Exam Questions with
Detailed Verified Answers
Reading aids for people with visual impairment Ans: - Optical aids
(handheld magnifiers)
- Nonoptical aids (enlarged print, lamps)
- Electronic aids (projectors)
Public sources that fund assistive technology Ans: 1986
amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 provide federal
money to each state
Goals of patient with neurological/muscular/joint condition
contributing to postural deformity Ans: - To impede development
of postural deformities
- Impart forces that correct progression
- Accommodate fixed orthopedic deformities
- PELVIS is key to postural alignment
6 major psychological factors of motivation Ans: - elicitors of
behavior
- symbols
- beliefs and perceptions
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- cultural norms and expectations
- intrinsic motivation
- history of experience
Movement characteristics Ans: Assistive technology can help
provide stability, enhance sensory feedback, or provide
modifications in support of an effector (muscle)
Seating components for upper and lower extremities Ans: Upper
extremities: arm trough, arm tray
Lower extremities: calf support, foot plate, anterior knee supports,
ankle straps
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Ans: Authorizes state funding in
imparting rehab services to people with disabilities in need of
rehabilitation for EMPLOYMENT PURPOSES
=> Reasonable accommodations
Amendments made in 1998 involve access to electronic office
equipment by disabled users working for Federal Government
Alternatives in visual displays for people with low vision Ans:
Affected by:
- Size of text
- Spacing of text
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- Contrast
Ideal computers:
- Software based
- Ease of use
- Smooth and fast display
- cost effective
Characterization of effector movements Ans: RESOLUTION: ability
to control fine motor movements
RANGE: greatest extent of of movement
STRENGTH: duh...
ENDURANCE: ability to sustain a force
VERSATILITY: effector's ability to handle multiple tasks
*fingers have LOW range and strength but HIGH versatility
Assistive technology in relation to the HAAT model Ans: Human
Activity
Assistive
Technology
