I was recently up at XX Regional Vent Center and was working with the SLP re: device issues with XX. He is unfortunately declining and at this time cannot close his eyes. As a result, he ends up getting some film on his eye, at times some visible sentiment….this is affecting the eye gaze camera from effectively activating to his pupil. He’s had pink eye frequently and is prescribed intermittent eye drops but does not use anything currently. They do tape his eyes shut at night to rest them, and I recommended taping one eye to allow for access with one eye only, but this didn’t result in increased accuracy accessing his device-the film on the eye seems to be the biggest barrier. Are you aware of any eye care, eye wash, product, or process completed by nursing, etc. that has been beneficial for staff in your experience that we can recommend for XX, so that he can more effectively use his communication device?

Alisa Brownlee, ATP, CAPS

Assistive Technology Specialist/Consultant

The ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Association National Office

RESNA Certified Assistive Technology Professional

NAHB Certified Aging in Place Specialist in Home Modifications

Work: 215-631-1877

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