ADC Adaptive Equipment and Sensory Engagement

Question 1

Which of the following adaptive tools is MOST commonly used to enable residents with limited hand strength to participate in crafts?

Accepted Answer

Built-up handle or spring-loaded scissors

Answer

Standard scissors with no modification

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Power drills

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Surgical clamps

Question 2

What is the PRIMARY purpose of sensory stimulation activities in long-term care settings?

Accepted Answer

To engage residents through the five senses to promote cognitive and emotional well-being

Answer

To replace all other forms of programming

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To assess residents for neurological disorders

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To comply with state inspection requirements only

Question 3

A resident with low vision wishes to participate in a book club. The activity director's BEST accommodation is to:

Accepted Answer

Provide large-print books or audio books

Answer

Exclude the resident from the book club

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Require the resident to use standard print materials

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Transfer the resident to a different facility

Question 4

Snoezelen rooms (multi-sensory environments) are PRIMARILY designed to benefit which resident population?

Accepted Answer

Residents with dementia or profound cognitive and physical disabilities

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Residents with no cognitive or physical impairments

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Residents recovering from elective surgery

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Residents awaiting discharge to home

Question 5

When selecting adaptive equipment for a resident, the activity director should FIRST consult:

Accepted Answer

The interdisciplinary care team, including occupational therapy

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The facility's marketing department

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The facility's legal counsel

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The resident's insurance provider

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a proprioceptive sensory activity used in long-term care?

Accepted Answer

Weighted blanket use or resistive exercise activities

Answer

Watching a nature video

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Listening to a radio program

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Smelling aromatherapy scents