Flashcards on Visual Impairment: Causes, Impact, and Support
Visual Impairment: Causes, Impact, & Support for Students
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Types Of Visual Impairiment
10 cards
Card 1
Question: What is the definition of visual impairment?
Answer: A decrease in the ability to see that cannot be corrected with standard glasses or contact lenses, ranging from mild vision problems to complete blind
Card 2
Question: What are the two main types/categories of visual impairment mentioned?
Answer: Low vision and blindness.
Card 3
Question: How is 'low vision' defined in the content?
Answer: Reduced vision that persists even with corrective lenses.
Card 4
Question: How is 'blindness' defined in the content?
Answer: Complete or near-total loss of vision.
Card 5
Question: List genetic causes of visual impairment given in the content.
Answer: Genetic disorders such as Retinitis Pigmentosa and Congenital Cataracts.
Card 6
Question: Which condition related to early birth is listed as a cause of visual impairment?
Answer: Prematurity, specifically retinopathy of prematurity.
Card 7
Question: What non-congenital physical cause of visual impairment is mentioned?
Answer: Trauma or injury.
Card 8
Question: Which infections or diseases are identified as causes of visual impairment?
Answer: Glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy (listed as examples of infections or diseases).
Card 9
Question: Which developmental conditions are listed as causes of visual impairment?
Answer: Cerebral palsy and brain injury.
Card 10
Question: Which genetic condition affecting pigmentation is listed as a cause of visual impairment?
Answer: Albinism.