AOTA Patient Safety & Risk Management 2

Question 1

A child with tactile defensiveness becomes agitated and begins hitting during a brushing protocol. What is the FIRST action the therapist should take?

Accepted Answer

Immediately discontinue the activity and ensure the child is calm

Answer

When a client shows signs of distress or aggression during sensory intervention, the therapist must stop immediately to ensure safety before reassessing.

Question 2

Which documentation practice is MOST important for risk management in sensory integration therapy?

Accepted Answer

Documenting baseline sensory profiles before initiating intervention

Answer

A documented baseline sensory profile establishes the client's starting point and justifies subsequent intervention choices, which is critical for risk management.

Question 3

A therapist notices a loose bolt on a platform swing before a session. The BEST course of action is to:

Accepted Answer

Remove the swing from service and report the defect immediately

Answer

Defective equipment must be taken out of service immediately and formally reported to prevent injury; improvised repairs by clinical staff are not appropriate.

Question 4

When establishing a therapeutic relationship that minimizes risk, the sensory integration therapist should prioritize:

Accepted Answer

Following the child's lead to build trust and monitor tolerance

Answer

Following the child's lead allows the therapist to monitor physiological and behavioral tolerance signals while building rapport, reducing the risk of adverse reactions.

Question 5

Which sign MOST strongly indicates that a child is experiencing an autonomic stress response during sensory integration intervention?

Accepted Answer

Skin pallor, rapid breathing, and pupil dilation

Answer

Skin pallor, rapid breathing, and pupil dilation are autonomic nervous system indicators of a fight-or-flight response, signaling the intervention must be modified or stopped.

(AOTA) AOTA Sensory Integration Certification Practice Test

(AOTA) AOTA Sensory Integration Certification Practice Test

AOTA Patient Safety & Risk Management 2