CDE Adaptive Equipment & Vehicle Modifications

Question 1

Which adaptive device attaches to the steering wheel and allows a driver to rotate it effectively using only one hand?

Accepted Answer

Spinner knob

Answer

Tri-pin device

Answer

Steering cuff

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Left foot accelerator

Question 2

Push-pull hand controls are designed primarily to allow a driver to:

Accepted Answer

Operate the accelerator and brake using hand movements instead of foot pedals

Answer

Control horn and headlights simultaneously

Answer

Shift gears without using a clutch

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Activate turn signals without removing hands from the wheel

Question 3

A left foot accelerator is most clinically indicated for a driver who:

Accepted Answer

Has a right lower limb impairment preventing safe use of the standard right-side accelerator

Answer

Has limited left foot range of motion

Answer

Prefers a more ergonomic driving position

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Has only been trained on manual transmission vehicles

Question 4

Which adaptive equipment combination is typically most appropriate for a driver with C6-level tetraplegia?

Accepted Answer

Tri-pin hand control with a steering device

Answer

Spinner knob only

Answer

Left foot accelerator only

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Standard foot pedals with a modified seat

Question 5

The NMEDA Quality Assurance Program (QAP) primarily ensures that:

Accepted Answer

Mobility equipment dealers meet established industry quality and safety standards

Answer

Government subsidies are available for adaptive equipment

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Free installation is provided for veterans with service-related disabilities

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DMV offices approve all vehicle modifications before use

Question 6

Reduced effort steering systems are most indicated for clients who present with:

Accepted Answer

Upper extremity weakness or limited range of motion that reduces steering force output

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Vision impairments requiring specialized mirror adjustments

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Lower limb amputations requiring modified foot controls

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Cognitive impairments that slow reaction time

Question 7

Before recommending any adaptive driving equipment, what must a driver rehabilitation specialist document first?

Accepted Answer

The client's functional abilities and limitations identified through clinical evaluation

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Cost estimate from a certified mobility equipment dealer

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Insurance pre-authorization from the client's provider

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Vehicle make and model compatibility with desired equipment