ADC Adaptive Equipment and Sensory Engagement 2

Question 1

Which activity modification BEST supports a resident with hearing impairment participating in a group discussion?

Accepted Answer

Using visual cues, written materials, and seating the resident near the speaker

Answer

Speaking faster to hold their attention

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Excluding them from group discussions

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Increasing room noise to stimulate attention

Question 2

A resident with moderate Parkinson's disease wants to participate in a painting activity. The BEST adaptive approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Provide weighted brushes and stabilized canvases to minimize tremor impact

Answer

Disallow painting due to tremors

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Require the resident to use standard brushes without modification

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Limit the resident to observation only

Question 3

Which of the following BEST describes a 'passive' sensory activity appropriate for a resident in late-stage dementia?

Accepted Answer

Gentle hand massage with scented lotion

Answer

Completing a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle

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Leading a group fitness class

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Managing a community garden project

Question 4

Music therapy used as a sensory engagement tool in long-term care is MOST effective when the music selected is:

Accepted Answer

Personally meaningful and from the resident's formative years

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Chosen randomly from current popular charts

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The loudest available option for stimulation

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Always classical regardless of resident preference

Question 5

Which of the following adaptive technologies can assist a resident with severe motor impairment to participate in computer-based activities?

Accepted Answer

Switch-access devices or eye-tracking software

Answer

Standard keyboard and mouse only

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Typewriters with standard keys

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Voice commands only, with no other alternatives

Question 6

Before implementing a new sensory program, the activity director should PRIMARILY:

Accepted Answer

Assess each resident's sensory preferences, tolerances, and contraindications

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Purchase all equipment before conducting any assessments

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Seek approval from the facility's board of directors only

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Test the program on staff before any resident involvement