What are the potential outcomes associated with vision rehabilitation?

• A. Decreased independence and increased depression
• B. Gained independence, reduced depression, improved ADLs, and better driving, reading, and cooking
• C. Only improved reading
• D. Worsened task-specific measures

Answer: (B)

Vision rehabilitation aims to maximize functional independence and quality of life for people with vision loss by helping them adapt to limitations and learn strategies, tools, and routines that support everyday functioning. When successful, these programs lead to gains across several real‑world areas: becoming more independent, feeling less overwhelmed or depressed because you can manage more on your own, and performing daily activities more easily. You might also see improvements in practical tasks like driving or using reading aids, managing meals and cooking, and completing everyday chores more effectively. This broad, multi‑domain impact is why the positive, comprehensive outcome described—gained independence, reduced depression, better ADLs, and enhanced performance in reading, driving, and cooking—best reflects what vision rehabilitation aims to achieve. The other possibilities describe negative outcomes or overly narrow improvements that don’t align with the typical goals and results of vision rehabilitation.