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This course explores many aspects of driving for people who are visually impaired. Decreased visual acuity, contrast sensitivity and visual field will be examined, as well as the results of studies which explore the safety of driving with visual impairment. The characteristics of telescopes and the use of bioptic telescopes by visually impaired drivers will be investigated. Driving with hemianopia and the use of peripheral awareness prisms will also be explored. Examples of driver training programs will be presented. This course will also cover the OT s role in vision loss and driving. OTs are integral in the review of assessments and training with persons with vision loss, specifically Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma and stroke/brain injury. This course will also address the laws in Kansas and restrictions that can be placed on a person's license. |
