OT 503 - Evaluation Intervention for Visual Impairment in Older Adults

3 cr.

(Prerequisites OT 460 and OT 461) An overview of visual impairment in older adults, evaluations, and interventions used to enhance functional independence. Emphasis is placed on evaluating and providing therapeutic interventions for the visually impaired. The ability to provide holistic and humanistic care is facilitated through lab simulations. Two hours lecture, two hours lab/week.