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

Visual cues, written summaries, and optimal seating position reduce barriers for hearing-impaired residents in group settings.

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

Weighted brushes add proprioceptive feedback that can reduce the impact of tremors, enabling residents with Parkinson's to engage in fine motor activities.

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

Passive sensory activities like gentle touch and aromatherapy can engage residents with late-stage dementia without requiring active cognitive participation.

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

Answer

Personally meaningful music, especially from the resident's youth, activates emotional memory and is more likely to produce a positive response.

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

Switch-access devices and eye-tracking software enable residents with severe motor impairments to control computers using minimal or alternative physical input.

ADC - Certified Activity Director Practice Test

ADC - Certified Activity Director Practice Test

ADC Adaptive Equipment and Sensory Engagement 2