Occupational Therapist Test Intervention Planning 5

Question 1

A therapist is selecting an intervention for a client with developmental coordination disorder (DCD). Which approach has the STRONGEST evidence base?

Accepted Answer

Task-specific practice of functional motor skills

Answer

Task-specific practice (e.g., CO-OP approach) has the strongest evidence for improving functional motor performance in children with DCD.

Question 2

A client with multiple sclerosis reports significant fatigue affecting afternoon work performance. The OT should FIRST address:

Accepted Answer

Energy conservation strategies and scheduling high-priority tasks in the morning

Answer

Energy conservation and strategic scheduling are first-line OT interventions for MS-related fatigue that directly impact occupational performance.

Question 3

When using the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF), which of the following is classified as an 'occupation'?

Accepted Answer

Rest and sleep

Answer

In the OTPF, rest and sleep is classified as an occupation alongside ADLs, IADLs, education, work, play, leisure, and social participation.

Question 4

An OT is developing a social skills intervention program for adolescents with ASD. Which format is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Structured group sessions with naturalistic practice opportunities

Answer

Structured group intervention with naturalistic practice opportunities provides the social context needed to develop and generalize social skills in adolescents with ASD.

Question 5

A client with a complete T4 spinal cord injury is learning pressure relief techniques. The MOST appropriate method to recommend is:

Accepted Answer

Weight-shifting by leaning side to side or forward in the wheelchair

Answer

Clients with T4 SCI can perform independent weight-shifting (lateral lean or forward lean) to relieve pressure every 15-30 minutes and prevent pressure injuries.

Occupational Therapist Test Practice Test

Occupational Therapist Test Practice Test

Occupational Therapist Test Intervention Planning 5