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Question 6 • Nursing Assistant - EL3610

Which best demonstrates an example of an adaptive device that would assist someone who recently lost her hearing?

Answer
A
having someone teach her sign language and give her an interpreter
B
having a silent alarm system installed with flashing lights for notifications such as telephone calls
C
having a sound amplifier for the people around her
D
having someone write down the transcripts of any conversation about her so she can read them

Explanation

An adaptive device changes the environment to help someone do a task despite a disability. A silent alarm with flashing lights provides visual notifications when sounds, such as a telephone ringing, cannot be heard. Therefore, the best choice is having a silent alarm system installed with flashing lights.

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