CEAC Assistive Technology & Safety Solutions 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which type of alerting system uses bed shakers to notify individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing of an emergency alarm?
- Tactile transducer system
- Visual strobe alert system
- Vibrotactile alerting device (Correct answer)
- Induction loop amplifier
Correct answer: Vibrotactile alerting device
Vibrotactile alerting devices convert sound signals into physical vibrations, often placed under mattresses to wake sleeping individuals during alarms.
Question 2: Under ADA Standards, what is the minimum required clear floor space for a forward approach to an assistive technology device mounted on a wall?
- 24 inches by 36 inches
- 30 inches by 48 inches (Correct answer)
- 36 inches by 48 inches
- 48 inches by 60 inches
Correct answer: 30 inches by 48 inches
ADA Standards require a 30-inch by 48-inch clear floor space to allow a wheelchair user to make a forward approach to wall-mounted devices.
Question 3: A client with low vision needs to use a stove safely at home. Which assistive technology solution is MOST appropriate?
- Installing a gas range with tactile knob markings
- Replacing the stove with a talking microwave only
- Adding high-contrast color coding and large-print labels to controls (Correct answer)
- Removing the stove entirely for safety
Correct answer: Adding high-contrast color coding and large-print labels to controls
High-contrast color coding and large-print labels enhance visibility of stove controls without removing the client's ability to cook independently.
Question 4: Which standard governs the requirements for accessible emergency communication systems in residential buildings?
- NFPA 72 (Correct answer)
- ICC A117.1
- ANSI/EIA-232
- IEC 60601
Correct answer: NFPA 72
NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code) establishes requirements for emergency communication systems including visual and audible notification appliances.
Question 5: A powered wheelchair user reports difficulty activating elevator buttons from their seating position. What is the FIRST assessment step?
- Recommend a different wheelchair model
- Measure the user's functional reach range from their seated position (Correct answer)
- Install a universal remote control for all elevators
- File an ADA complaint with building management
Correct answer: Measure the user's functional reach range from their seated position
Assessing the user's actual functional reach range determines whether the issue is the device height, the user's positioning, or a combination of both.
Question 6: Which grab bar configuration is recommended for a standard toilet transfer for a right-side dominant transfer?
- Horizontal bar on the left wall only
- Angled bar on the right wall at 33–36 inches AFF
- Vertical bar on the right wall at 60 inches AFF
- Horizontal bar on the right wall at 33–36 inches AFF (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Horizontal bar on the right wall at 33–36 inches AFF
For a right-side dominant transfer, a horizontal grab bar on the right wall at 33–36 inches above finished floor provides optimal support during the transfer.
Question 7: Smart home voice control technology is being considered for a client with severe upper extremity weakness. Which factor is MOST critical to evaluate first?
- The cost of the smart home system
- The client's ability to produce clear, consistent speech (Correct answer)
- The internet speed at the client's residence
- Whether the client owns a smartphone
Correct answer: The client's ability to produce clear, consistent speech
Voice control systems require intelligible speech for reliable activation, so the client's speech clarity and consistency must be evaluated before recommending the technology.
CEAC Assistive Technology & Safety Solutions 2
Which type of alerting system uses bed shakers to notify individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing of an emergency alarm?