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koe4mecxaniudLana's Story
Lana was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa when she was 18. At the time the disorder had not begun to express itself. The deterioration of her vision no longer allowed her to keep up at work or even in life. She was pretending to be sighted and it was causing her great difficulties. She was afraid to go anywhere or walk anywhere, due to the fear.
It took her husband to push Lana to see a new ophthalmologist. When the doctor told her that she had Retinitis Pigmentosa, she began to realize that she needed to get more help. She started learning about traveling independently around the community through some orientation and mobility instruction. Her next big decision was about going to college.
What are some suggestions that for Lana and her professors in improving her access to instruction? What types of assistive technology would be helpful? How would you teach Lana to advocate for herself in acquiring the support she needs to be successful?
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