For a 22-year-old with PKU and limited motor control, which leisure activity is most appropriate?

For a 22-year-old with PKU and limited motor control, which leisure activity is most appropriate?

• A. A mobile
• B. A ball
• C. A radio with an adaptive switch
• D. A teddy bear

Answer: (C)

When motor control is limited, the key is to match leisure with devices that can be used with minimal input. A radio paired with an adaptive switch lets the person engage in a leisure activity through simple, switch-activated control, so they can choose stations, adjust volume, and turn the radio on or off without needing precise finger movements or complex coordination. This supports autonomy and ongoing engagement, which is the aim of accessible recreation. A mobile typically requires accurate tapping or swiping; a ball needs grasping, throwing, or coordinated movements; a teddy bear offers comfort but is not an active leisure choice. The adaptive-switch radio provides an active, enjoyable experience that suits limited motor abilities.

When motor control is limited, the key is to match leisure with devices that can be used with minimal input. A radio paired with an adaptive switch lets the person engage in a leisure activity through simple, switch-activated control, so they can choose stations, adjust volume, and turn the radio on or off without needing precise finger movements or complex coordination. This supports autonomy and ongoing engagement, which is the aim of accessible recreation.

A mobile typically requires accurate tapping or swiping; a ball needs grasping, throwing, or coordinated movements; a teddy bear offers comfort but is not an active leisure choice. The adaptive-switch radio provides an active, enjoyable experience that suits limited motor abilities.