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Environmental Modification & Accessibility Design Flashcards

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  1. A ramp modification must accommodate a 24-inch rise. What is the minimum horizontal run required under ADA Standards?

    Answer: 288 inches (24 feet)

    At a maximum slope of 1:12, a 24-inch rise requires a minimum 288-inch (24-foot) horizontal run.

  2. Which of the following is an example of a universal design principle applied to kitchen modification?

    Answer: Installing variable-height countertops adjustable from 28 to 36 inches

    Variable-height adjustable countertops serve users of all abilities and heights, embodying universal design's principle of flexibility in use.

  3. For a client with hemiplegia, which bathroom modification provides the MOST functional benefit for safe bathing?

    Answer: Curbless roll-in shower with fold-down bench and angled grab bars

    A curbless roll-in shower with a fold-down bench allows one-handed entry and seated bathing, directly addressing hemiplegia-related mobility and balance deficits.

  4. What is the minimum width required for an accessible corridor in a commercial building under ADA Standards?

    Answer: 44 inches

    ADA Standards require corridors and accessible routes in commercial settings to be at least 44 inches wide to allow two-way wheelchair passage.

  5. A client with low vision requires environmental modifications. Which lighting strategy is MOST effective for reducing glare in a living space?

    Answer: Installing indirect or diffused lighting aimed at walls and ceilings

    Indirect or diffused lighting bounces light off surfaces, eliminating harsh direct glare that can cause discomfort and reduce visibility for individuals with low vision.

  6. Under the Fair Housing Act, which building type is exempt from accessibility requirements?

    Answer: A newly constructed duplex occupied by the owner

    The Fair Housing Act exempts owner-occupied buildings with no more than four units where the owner occupies one of the units.

  7. When recommending grab bar placement for a client who performs a lateral transfer from a wheelchair to a toilet, bars should be positioned:

    Answer: On the side wall toward which the client transfers and the rear wall

    Lateral transfer requires a bar on the transfer side wall for pushing up and a rear wall bar for stability, supporting the full transfer sequence.