CVE Assistive Technology & Accommodations in Vocational Evaluation

Question 1

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a 'reasonable accommodation' in the workplace is defined as:

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A modification that enables a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential job functions without undue hardship to the employer

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Any modification requested by an employee with a disability regardless of cost

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Only assistive technology devices covered by insurance

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Medical treatment that restores full functional capacity

Question 2

Assistive technology (AT) as defined by the Assistive Technology Act includes:

Accepted Answer

Any item, equipment, or product system used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities

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Only high-tech electronic devices approved by the FDA

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Medications prescribed to manage disability symptoms

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Only devices covered under Medicaid waiver programs

Question 3

When conducting a vocational evaluation for a client with a hearing impairment, which accommodation is most likely required to ensure valid assessment results?

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A qualified sign language interpreter or written/visual instructions

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Extended time only

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Large print materials

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Audio amplification for all test directions

Question 4

An AT assessment for vocational purposes should ideally be conducted:

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In the context of specific vocational goals and actual or simulated work tasks

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Only in a medical clinic setting

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Before any vocational evaluation begins

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Exclusively by an occupational therapist

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a low-tech accommodation that might support a client with a learning disability in a vocational evaluation?

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Providing test instructions in writing and allowing the client to use a calculator for math tasks

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Installing specialized screen-reading software

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Using a motorized wheelchair

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Providing Braille materials

Question 6

The HAAT (Human Activity Assistive Technology) model considers which four components when evaluating AT needs?

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Human, activity, context, and assistive technology

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Health, aptitude, accommodation, and technology

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Hardware, application, adaptation, and training

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Hearing, ambulatory ability, and technology