Diagnosing medical conditions

Developing a personalized treatment plan

Administering medications

Performing surgical procedures

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A COTA collaborates with an occupational therapist to gather data that helps in creating a tailored intervention plan based on the patient’s needs.

Pinch gauge

Goniometer

Blood pressure cuff

Reflex hammer

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A pinch gauge is used to measure the strength of a patient's pinch grip, which is a key component of fine motor skills.

To determine the patient’s academic potential

To evaluate their ability to perform essential self-care tasks

To diagnose physical ailments

To identify psychological disorders

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ADL assessments help identify the patient’s functional abilities in everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, and eating.

Sensory testing

Goniometry

Manual muscle testing

Cognitive assessment

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Goniometry involves measuring the angle of a joint’s movement to evaluate its range of motion.

To confirm medical diagnoses

To assess the patient's behavior, movements, and interactions

To prescribe medications

To perform physical therapy exercises

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Observation provides critical insights into a patient’s functional abilities and areas requiring intervention.