COTA Activity Analysis 3

Question 1

Which of the following statements BEST distinguishes activity analysis from occupational analysis?

Accepted Answer

Activity analysis examines the activity in general terms, while occupational analysis applies those demands to a specific client's context and goals

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Activity analysis focuses on a specific client's performance, while occupational analysis examines the activity in general

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Activity analysis is performed only by OTRs, while occupational analysis is performed by COTAs

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There is no meaningful distinction between the two terms in current practice

Question 2

A COTA is analyzing the task of putting on a button-down shirt. Which performance skill is PRIMARILY being demanded when the client must fasten small buttons?

Accepted Answer

Motor skill — manipulates

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Process skill — initiates

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Social interaction skill — turns toward

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Process skill — sequences

Question 3

In activity analysis, 'virtual context' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Interactions that occur in a simulated or real-time environment lacking physical contact

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An imaginary or simulated environment used only in pediatric therapy

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The client's mental image of how a task should be completed

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Telehealth documentation requirements

Question 4

When a COTA increases the number of steps in a cooking task to challenge a client's memory, this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Activity gradation — increasing cognitive demand

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Activity adaptation — modifying tools

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Activity substitution — changing the occupation

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Compensatory strategy — reducing demands

Question 5

A client with a traumatic brain injury is working on meal preparation. The COTA identifies that the client struggles with 'heeds' during the task. This means the client has difficulty:

Accepted Answer

Responding to task-related cues and warnings appropriately

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Using proper grip strength to hold utensils

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Sequencing the steps of the recipe in correct order

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Transporting items safely from one location to another

Question 6

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'therapeutic use of occupation and activity' in the context of activity analysis?

Accepted Answer

Selecting and applying activities purposefully, based on their analyzed demands, to meet client goals

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Using any available activity to keep the client engaged during therapy

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Allowing clients to choose any leisure activity they prefer regardless of therapeutic value

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Documenting the activities used during each session for billing purposes

Question 7

A COTA analyzes a group quilting activity in a mental health setting. Which demand is MOST relevant to assess for clients working on social participation goals?

Accepted Answer

The social interaction skills required to collaborate and communicate with group members

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The fine motor coordination required to thread a needle

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The cognitive sequencing required to follow a quilt pattern

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The sensory processing required to handle fabric textures