Free Occupational Therapist Q&A

Which option from the list below accurately describes the TAM score?

The total of a finger's extension measurements minus the total flexion measurements

The total of a finger's extension measurements minus the total flexion measurements divided by 2

The total of a finger's flexion measurements minus the total extension measurements

The total of a finger's flexion measurements minus the total extension measurements divided by 2

Correct! Wrong!

Explanation:
Total flexion minus total extension = TAM score

A patient with COPD and fibromyalgia who received both diagnoses lately is being treated by an occupational therapist. Which of the ensuing duties ought to the occupational therapist assign to a helper?

Evaluating the patient

Educating the patient on monitoring fatigue

Transferring the patient during the third visit

Taking the patient's vital sign while setting up an exercise program

Correct! Wrong!

Explanation:
Aides should be competent on transfers

A patient with active TB and HIV has been given the go-ahead to get hand wound treatment from an occupational therapist. Which of the following safety gear should the occupational therapist wear?

Surgical caps, gloves, mask, and proper shoewear

Goggles, mask, gloves, and gown

Sterile gloves, mask, and goggles

Double gloves, gown, and mask

Correct! Wrong!

Explanation:
It is not necessary to wear two pairs of gloves, but all safety precautions must be worn.

Which of the following should an occupational therapist undertake while teaching pulmonary exercises to a patient with COPD?

Take breaks every 10-20 minutes with exercises

Limit exercise based on respiratory acidosis

Teach purse-lip breathing techniques

Encourage repetitive heavy lifting exercises that will increase strength

Correct! Wrong!

Explanation:
Purse lip breathing will expand bronchial airways, which will reduce the amount of air released.

In an outpatient orthopedic clinic, an occupational therapist is employed. The patient states, "I tore 3 of my 4 Rotator cuff muscles in the past," throughout the patient's history. Which of the following muscles can never be thought to be torn?

Teres major

Supraspinatus

Infraspinatus

Teres minor

Correct! Wrong!

Explanation:
Teres minor, Infraspinatus, Supraspinatus, and Subscapularis make up the Rotator Cuff.

A 20-year-old patient in a mental health lockdown facility on suicide watch seemed relieved to be getting out of there. Which of the following is most likely taking place?

The patient's mood is improving

The patient's plan for the future have been clarified

The patients is excited about being around family again

The patient's suicide plan has probably progressed

Correct! Wrong!

Explanation:
The suicide plan may have been decided.

A 60-year-old male has been identified as having CHF and COPD. During inpatient therapy, the patient had gained 10 pounds in total over the past three days. The occupational therapist should:

Check the patient's vitals every 2 hours

Encourage the patient to ambulate to reduce lower extremity edema

Contact the patient's physician immediately

Check the intake and output on the patient's flow sheet

Correct! Wrong!

Explanation:
Prior to making any decisions concerning the patient's care, examine the intake and outflow.

FREE Occupational Therapist Question and Answers

Which option from the list below accurately describes the TAM score?

A patient with COPD and fibromyalgia who received both diagnoses lately is being treated by an occupational therapist. Which of the ensuing duties ought to the occupational therapist assign to a helper?

A patient with active TB and HIV has been given the go-ahead to get hand wound treatment from an occupational therapist. Which of the following safety gear should the occupational therapist wear?

Which of the following should an occupational therapist undertake while teaching pulmonary exercises to a patient with COPD?

In an outpatient orthopedic clinic, an occupational therapist is employed. The patient states, "I tore 3 of my 4 Rotator cuff muscles in the past," throughout the patient's history. Which of the following muscles can never be thought to be torn?

A 20-year-old patient in a mental health lockdown facility on suicide watch seemed relieved to be getting out of there. Which of the following is most likely taking place?

A 60-year-old male has been identified as having CHF and COPD. During inpatient therapy, the patient had gained 10 pounds in total over the past three days. The occupational therapist should:

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FREE Occupational Therapist Analysis Question and Answers

Which option from the list below accurately describes the TAM score?

A patient with COPD and fibromyalgia who received both diagnoses lately is being treated by an occupational therapist. Which of the ensuing duties ought to the occupational therapist assign to a helper?

A patient with active TB and HIV has been given the go-ahead to get hand wound treatment from an occupational therapist. Which of the following safety gear should the occupational therapist wear?

Which of the following should an occupational therapist undertake while teaching pulmonary exercises to a patient with COPD?

In an outpatient orthopedic clinic, an occupational therapist is employed. The patient states, "I tore 3 of my 4 Rotator cuff muscles in the past," throughout the patient's history. Which of the following muscles can never be thought to be torn?

A 20-year-old patient in a mental health lockdown facility on suicide watch seemed relieved to be getting out of there. Which of the following is most likely taking place?

A 60-year-old male has been identified as having CHF and COPD. During inpatient therapy, the patient had gained 10 pounds in total over the past three days. The occupational therapist should:

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