Cortical Visual Impairment Quiz

What are the causes of Cortical Visual Impairment?

• Excessive exposure to sunlight

• Genetics

• damage to macula

• Damage or injury to the brain's visual cortex

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Cortical Visual Impairment?

• Visual processing difficulties

• damage to retina

• need for latency (extra time)

• nondirected visual reach

How is Cortical Visual Impairment assessed?

• Through a comprehensive evaluation including brain imaging

• Through a blood test

• with an ophthalmoscope

• Through a visual acuity test

What are some interventions for Cortical Visual Impairment?

• Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy

• Medication, surgery, and therapy

• Auditory stimulation, tactile stimulation, and olfactory stimulation

• Visual stimulation, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications

Which would be the most effective way to present information to someone with CVI?

• frequently providing a wide variety of new materials

• Direct instruction with small group reading books with pictures and words

• presenting familiar objects against a black background and remaining quiet while student processes

• repeating instructions frequently with physical prompting

How many characteristics are there for CVI?

• 10

• 15

• 5

• 12

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Cortical Visual Impairment?

• light gazing

• need for familiar objects

• better distance vision

• Lack of eye contact

What type of assessment is commonly used for Cortical Visual Impairment?

• Typical Functional Vision Assessment

• Rating Scale

• Clinical Eye Exam

• Learning Media Assessment

Which setting would be the best for a person with CVI?

• Familiar room full of friends and family

• Colorful classroom with pictures covering the walls

• Quiet room with little clutter

• Brightly lit room with music playing

Which educational strategy is not effective for Cortical Visual Impairment?

• Sensory integration therapy

• Assistive technology

• Braille instruction

• Traditional visual teaching methods