REHB 330 UIUC Exam 2 Comprehensive Questions
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functional capabilities - ANSWER-"performance of necessary roles in society" (work/home
life... the only real measure of success of an AT device)
individuals with disabilities - ANSWER-"emphasis on UNIQUE characteristics and
circumstances" (emphasis on the INDIVIDUAL)
low tech - ANSWER-• Non-complex equipment
• Example: universal cuff to facilitate eating
(types of technology)
high tech - ANSWER-• Complex equipment
• Voice activated computer
(types of technology)
hard tech - ANSWER-• Readily available tangible components that can be purchased and
assembled
• Example: mouth sticks, computers, software
o physical, tangible things (see and use)
• software programs included (program that has been developed)
(types of technology)
soft tech - ANSWER-• Human areas of decision making, strategies, training and concept
formation
• Example: training to use a power wheelchair
,soft is knowledge-based
• knowledge of technician (more difficult to find adequate soft than hard)
(types of technology)
minimal tech - ANSWER-• Generally augments rather than replaces function (ankle foot
orthotic - APO)
(types of technology)
maximal tech - ANSWER-• Generally replaces a body part or function (upper extremity
prosthesis - replaces the function of the upper extremity to aid in performance of activities of
daily living; augmentative communication systems - replace the function of speech)
(types of technology)
appliances - ANSWER-• Provides benefit to an individual independent of the individuals skill
level (just like refrigerator)
o anyone can use, does not require skill
• eye glasses
AT examples:
• Eye glasses, splints, seating system are NOT dependent on the skill of the user
(types of technology)
tools - ANSWER-• Require some degree of skill to operate
o must have skill
• power wheelchair
AT examples:
,• Maneuvering a powered wheelchair
• Successful use may require training, strategies, or special skills (soft technology)
(types of technology)
universal design - ANSWER-o Designed for everyone to be able to use!
• "The design of products and environments to be used by all people, to the greatest extent
possible, without the need for adaption or specialized design" (NC State University, the
center for universal design, 1997)
• Features that make a product more useful to persons with disabilities are built into the
product
• People without disabilities also benefit from these products
o Examples
• Ergonomic grips, supportive easy on/off, ergonomically designed office furniture
o Esthetically pleasing
benefits (of universal design) - ANSWER-less costly, avoid issues with obtaining a medical
device
• Less costly than modifying a product after production
• Often can avoid the hoops associated with navigating healthcare system to purchase a
"medical device"
• Insurance coverage, prescriptions, therapists, vendors, specialized maintenance, long waits
o designed for everyone and helps all
o cheaper
o easier to use
o aesthetically pleasing
o not considered a "medical device"
7 principles of universal design - ANSWER-• Equitable use: the design is useful and
marketable to any group of users
, • Flexibility in Use: The design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and
abilities.
• Simple and Intuitive Use: Use of the design is easy to understand.
• Perceptible Information: The design communicates necessary information effectively to the
user.
• Tolerance for Error: The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of
accidental or unintentional actions.
• Low Physical Effort: The design can be used efficiently and comfortably.
• Size and Space for Approach and Use: appropriate size and space is provided for approach
and use
equitable use - ANSWER-The design is useful and marketable to any group of users
(7 principles of universal design)
flexibility in use - ANSWER-The design accommodates a wide range of individual
preferences and abilities
(7 principles of universal design)
simple and intuitive use - ANSWER-Use of the design is easy to understand
(7 principles of universal design)
perceptible information - ANSWER-The design communicates necessary information
effectively to the user
(7 principles of universal design)
tolerance for error - ANSWER-The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences
of accidental or unintentional actions
assistive technology - ANSWER-any item, piece of equipment or product system whether
acquired commercially, off the shelf, modified, or customized that is used to increase,
maintain or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities
And answer latest upload 2024/ 2025 with 100%
verified solutions
functional capabilities - ANSWER-"performance of necessary roles in society" (work/home
life... the only real measure of success of an AT device)
individuals with disabilities - ANSWER-"emphasis on UNIQUE characteristics and
circumstances" (emphasis on the INDIVIDUAL)
low tech - ANSWER-• Non-complex equipment
• Example: universal cuff to facilitate eating
(types of technology)
high tech - ANSWER-• Complex equipment
• Voice activated computer
(types of technology)
hard tech - ANSWER-• Readily available tangible components that can be purchased and
assembled
• Example: mouth sticks, computers, software
o physical, tangible things (see and use)
• software programs included (program that has been developed)
(types of technology)
soft tech - ANSWER-• Human areas of decision making, strategies, training and concept
formation
• Example: training to use a power wheelchair
,soft is knowledge-based
• knowledge of technician (more difficult to find adequate soft than hard)
(types of technology)
minimal tech - ANSWER-• Generally augments rather than replaces function (ankle foot
orthotic - APO)
(types of technology)
maximal tech - ANSWER-• Generally replaces a body part or function (upper extremity
prosthesis - replaces the function of the upper extremity to aid in performance of activities of
daily living; augmentative communication systems - replace the function of speech)
(types of technology)
appliances - ANSWER-• Provides benefit to an individual independent of the individuals skill
level (just like refrigerator)
o anyone can use, does not require skill
• eye glasses
AT examples:
• Eye glasses, splints, seating system are NOT dependent on the skill of the user
(types of technology)
tools - ANSWER-• Require some degree of skill to operate
o must have skill
• power wheelchair
AT examples:
,• Maneuvering a powered wheelchair
• Successful use may require training, strategies, or special skills (soft technology)
(types of technology)
universal design - ANSWER-o Designed for everyone to be able to use!
• "The design of products and environments to be used by all people, to the greatest extent
possible, without the need for adaption or specialized design" (NC State University, the
center for universal design, 1997)
• Features that make a product more useful to persons with disabilities are built into the
product
• People without disabilities also benefit from these products
o Examples
• Ergonomic grips, supportive easy on/off, ergonomically designed office furniture
o Esthetically pleasing
benefits (of universal design) - ANSWER-less costly, avoid issues with obtaining a medical
device
• Less costly than modifying a product after production
• Often can avoid the hoops associated with navigating healthcare system to purchase a
"medical device"
• Insurance coverage, prescriptions, therapists, vendors, specialized maintenance, long waits
o designed for everyone and helps all
o cheaper
o easier to use
o aesthetically pleasing
o not considered a "medical device"
7 principles of universal design - ANSWER-• Equitable use: the design is useful and
marketable to any group of users
, • Flexibility in Use: The design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and
abilities.
• Simple and Intuitive Use: Use of the design is easy to understand.
• Perceptible Information: The design communicates necessary information effectively to the
user.
• Tolerance for Error: The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of
accidental or unintentional actions.
• Low Physical Effort: The design can be used efficiently and comfortably.
• Size and Space for Approach and Use: appropriate size and space is provided for approach
and use
equitable use - ANSWER-The design is useful and marketable to any group of users
(7 principles of universal design)
flexibility in use - ANSWER-The design accommodates a wide range of individual
preferences and abilities
(7 principles of universal design)
simple and intuitive use - ANSWER-Use of the design is easy to understand
(7 principles of universal design)
perceptible information - ANSWER-The design communicates necessary information
effectively to the user
(7 principles of universal design)
tolerance for error - ANSWER-The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences
of accidental or unintentional actions
assistive technology - ANSWER-any item, piece of equipment or product system whether
acquired commercially, off the shelf, modified, or customized that is used to increase,
maintain or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities
