COTA Activity Analysis 2

Question 1

When analyzing the social demands of an activity, a COTA considers:

Accepted Answer

The rules, expectations, and relationships required by the activity

Answer

Social demands include the rules of social interaction, required relationships, and social norms expected by the activity and its context.

Question 2

A COTA adapts a card game by using larger cards with high-contrast print. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Activity adaptation

Answer

Activity adaptation involves modifying the tools, materials, or rules of an activity to allow a client with limitations to participate more successfully.

Question 3

During activity analysis, 'body functions' that are required refer to:

Accepted Answer

The physiological and psychological functions of body systems

Answer

Body functions include physiological functions of body systems such as mental functions, sensory functions, and neuromusculoskeletal functions required to perform the activity.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a 'temporal context' considered during activity analysis?

Accepted Answer

The time of day the activity is typically performed

Answer

Temporal context refers to location in time — time of day, time of year, duration, rhythm, and history — which can influence how an activity is performed.

Question 5

A COTA uses activity analysis to select a therapeutic task for a client with limited hand strength. The MOST appropriate next step is to:

Accepted Answer

Match the activity's strength demands to the client's current ability, then gradually increase

Answer

Evidence-based practice supports matching activity demands to the client's current capacity and using gradation to progress toward therapeutic goals.

COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice Test

COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice Test

COTA Activity Analysis 2