Intervention Implementation Flashcards
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Which therapeutic recreation intervention model emphasizes moving clients along a continuum from treatment to leisure independence?
Answer: The Leisure Ability Model
The Leisure Ability Model, developed by Peterson and Gunn, places clients on a continuum from treatment and rehabilitation through leisure education to recreation participation, with the ultimate goal of independent leisure functioning.
Aquatic therapy as a TR intervention is MOST beneficial for clients with which condition?
Answer: Fibromyalgia or arthritis, where water buoyancy reduces joint stress
Aquatic therapy is particularly effective for clients with fibromyalgia and arthritis because water buoyancy reduces weight-bearing stress on joints, allowing therapeutic movement with reduced pain.
When implementing a horticulture therapy program, which TR principle does the activity BEST exemplify?
Answer: The use of a naturalistic medium to address cognitive, emotional, and social goals
Horticulture therapy uses plant-based activities in a naturalistic medium to address cognitive functioning, emotional well-being, fine motor skills, and social interaction — demonstrating TR's use of diverse modalities to achieve therapeutic goals.
During a TR group session, a client with schizophrenia begins to exhibit disorganized behavior. The CTRS should FIRST:
Answer: Calmly redirect the client and assess whether they can safely continue or need to leave the group
The CTRS's first response should be a calm, non-escalating redirection and rapid assessment of the client's safety and ability to continue in the group — balancing the needs of the individual with the group's therapeutic milieu.
Leisure education as a TR intervention is PRIMARILY designed to:
Answer: Develop clients' knowledge, skills, and attitudes for independent leisure participation after discharge
Leisure education aims to develop the cognitive, behavioral, and attitudinal components of leisure competence — equipping clients with the awareness, skills, and resources necessary for independent, self-directed leisure participation in their home communities.
Which adaptation technique is MOST appropriate when implementing a table tennis program for a client with a below-elbow amputation?
Answer: Using a paddle attachment on the prosthetic or exploring paddle adaptations that accommodate the residual limb
The most appropriate adaptation uses equipment modification — attaching a paddle to the prosthetic device or modifying the grip — to enable full participation while accommodating the client's physical reality and maximizing engagement.