Efficacy of Low Vision Services for Visually Impaired Children.

Hofstetter, H. W.

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ERIC Number: EJ428523

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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Efficacy of Low Vision Services for Visually Impaired Children.

Hofstetter, H. W.

Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, v85 n1 p20-22 Jan 1991

Low vision children (ages 4-19, n=137) were screened, and 77 percent were advised to have comprehensive clinical evaluations or ophthalmology services. The visual capability of the referred children was determined, low vision aids were prescribed for 56 children, and the degree of successful utilization of aids was evaluated. (JDD)

Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Children, Clinical Diagnosis, Equipment Utilization, Low Vision Aids, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Screening Tests, Vision Tests, Visual Acuity, Visual Impairments, Young Children

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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