CRA Communication & Documentation

Question 1

Why is documentation important in therapeutic recreation?

Accepted Answer

It ensures continuity of care and tracks progress

Answer

It is only required for legal purposes.

Answer

It is only required for funding purposes.

Answer

It is not necessary in therapeutic recreation.

Question 2

What should be included in a therapeutic recreation progress note?

Accepted Answer

Details about the activity, participant's response, and changes in condition

Answer

Personal opinions about the participant.

Answer

Only the time of the activity.

Answer

The names of the participants' family members.

Question 3

What is the purpose of maintaining accurate client records?

Accepted Answer

To ensure proper care and communication among providers

Answer

To reduce the amount of care a client receives.

Answer

To increase client costs.

Answer

To track the therapist's hours.

Question 4

How should confidential client information be handled?

Accepted Answer

Keep it secure and only share with authorized personnel

Answer

Share it with anyone involved in the activity.

Answer

Post it publicly for transparency.

Answer

Share it freely to ensure smooth communication.

Question 5

What is the best way to communicate with clients during a therapeutic recreation session?

Accepted Answer

Clear, empathetic, and client-centered communication

Answer

Using technical language.

Answer

Only using written forms.

Answer

Avoid communication to maintain focus.

Question 6

How should a recreation aide document a participant's refusal to engage in an activity?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal objectively, including reasons and follow-up

Answer

Do not document refusals.

Answer

Only note the time of refusal.

Answer

Document the refusal but do not follow up.

Question 7

What should be included in an incident report in therapeutic recreation?

Accepted Answer

Date, time, description of incident, and actions taken

Answer

Only the names of individuals involved.

Answer

The incident's emotional impact.

Answer

A list of witnesses only.

Question 8

Why should documentation be objective?

Accepted Answer

To clearly communicate facts and avoid bias

Answer

To make it easier to manipulate the record.

Answer

To express personal opinions.

Answer

To shorten the documentation.

Question 9

How often should therapeutic recreation documentation be updated?

Accepted Answer

Regularly after each session

Answer

Only at the end of the year.

Answer

Only when the participant requests it.

Answer

Once every month.