An occupational therapist is working with a patient with low vision in her home. Which environ-mental modification would be contraindicated?

A. Improve lighting by opening blinds and curtains.
B. Simplify figure-ground perception.
C. Use magnifiers with lights.
D. Maximize contrast for the task.


ANS: A
Reduce glare by having adjustable blinds, sheer curtains, or tinted windows. Wearing dark glasses indoors may also reduce glare.

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