CRA CRA Leisure Education & Motivation

Question 1

What is the primary goal of leisure education in a recreational therapy setting?

Accepted Answer

To help clients develop awareness, skills, and resources for meaningful leisure participation

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To entertain clients during free time

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To schedule activities for the facility calendar

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To reduce staff workload during activity hours

Question 2

Which of the following best describes intrinsic motivation in leisure activities?

Accepted Answer

Participating because the activity itself is enjoyable and personally meaningful

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Participating to earn rewards or avoid punishment

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Engaging in an activity for external recognition only

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Following a therapist's prescribed activity schedule

Question 3

A client states they have no hobbies or interests. What is the best initial approach for the recreation aide?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a leisure interest inventory to explore potential areas of enjoyment

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Assign the client to the next scheduled group activity

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Tell the client they must participate in all facility activities

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Consult a physician before engaging the client in any activity

Question 4

Which component of leisure education addresses a client's knowledge about community recreation resources?

Accepted Answer

Leisure resources

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Leisure awareness

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Social interaction skills

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Activity skills

Question 5

When a client consistently avoids group leisure activities due to social anxiety, the recreation aide should first:

Accepted Answer

Explore the client's concerns and offer graduated participation options

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Excuse the client permanently from group programming

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Document the refusal and move on

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Require the client to attend as prescribed by the treatment team

Question 6

Which statement best reflects the concept of 'learned helplessness' as it applies to leisure participation?

Accepted Answer

A client who believes their actions have no effect on outcomes and stops trying

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A client who refuses all activities due to physical limitations

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A client who needs assistance with every activity due to cognitive decline

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A client who prefers passive leisure activities like watching television