AOTA Intervention Strategies & Approaches 2

Question 1

During a sensory integration session, a child with gravitational insecurity refuses to leave the floor. The BEST initial response is to:

Accepted Answer

Gradually introduce low-height equipment like a platform swing at floor level

Answer

Gravitational insecurity requires a graded approach starting at floor level to build tolerance to movement against gravity without triggering threat responses.

Question 2

Which sensory integration intervention strategy is MOST appropriate for a child with tactile defensiveness who becomes dysregulated during grooming routines?

Accepted Answer

Wilbarger Deep Pressure and Proprioceptive Technique (DPPT)

Answer

The Wilbarger DPPT uses deep pressure and proprioception to reduce tactile defensiveness and is specifically indicated for grooming-related challenges.

Question 3

A therapist is using a net swing to provide vestibular input. To promote calming and organization, which movement pattern should be emphasized?

Accepted Answer

Slow, rhythmic, linear movements

Answer

Slow, rhythmic, linear vestibular input activates the cerebellar-cortical pathways associated with regulation and calming rather than arousal.

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'sensory diet' in occupational therapy?

Accepted Answer

A personalized schedule of sensory activities embedded throughout the day to support regulation

Answer

A sensory diet, as described by Wilbarger, is an individualized, activity-based plan providing meaningful sensory input throughout the day to support self-regulation.

Question 5

A school-based OT is consulting with a teacher whose student seeks excessive proprioceptive input by crashing into peers. The MOST appropriate classroom strategy is:

Accepted Answer

Incorporate heavy work activities like carrying books or pushing a cart before transitions

Answer

Proactively providing heavy work (proprioceptive input) satisfies the sensory need, reducing unsafe sensory-seeking behaviors during transitions.

(AOTA) AOTA Sensory Integration Certification Practice Test

(AOTA) AOTA Sensory Integration Certification Practice Test

AOTA Intervention Strategies & Approaches 2