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frequently switched in use throughout daily activities for distance and up close
viewing. This chapter helps the reader to have a greater knowledge of the
importance of the use of appropriate corrective lenses and how to express
their usefulness to those with CVI and their instructors.
Part III
In chapter 10, Lueck and Dutton begin to provide the audience with the
basic principles for CVI assessment in children. They explain the need for a
comprehensive assessment and what areas a true assessment of this nature
will include. The reader is provided with suggestions on the professionals that
should be involved in the evaluation process and give a step-by-step
procedural process that an evaluation should follow. The authors also
provide detailed suggestions on setting up an appropriate assessment
environment. The chapter concludes with advice on creating an assessment
report and how to begin parent discussions.
Chapter 11 goes over the history portion of a functional vision
assessment of a child with suspected CVI. Dutton expresses the importance
of history gathering from family members and professionals working with the
student. Ideas are presented to assist in the interview process of information
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