Occupational Therapist Test Occupational Therapist Analysis 2

Question 1

An OT is analyzing a client's ability to perform meal preparation. Which frame of reference would BEST guide intervention for a client with cognitive deficits affecting sequencing?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Disabilities (Allen)

Answer

The Cognitive Disabilities frame of reference (Allen) directly addresses cognitive levels and their impact on functional task performance, including sequencing.

Question 2

When conducting an activity analysis of dressing for a client post-stroke, the OT identifies the task requires crossing midline. Which neurological concept is MOST relevant?

Accepted Answer

Bilateral integration

Answer

Bilateral integration involves coordinating both sides of the body, which is essential when crossing midline during dressing tasks.

Question 3

A client with rheumatoid arthritis reports difficulty opening jars. An OT analyzes the grip required. Which principle of joint protection is MOST applicable?

Accepted Answer

Use larger joints for leverage

Answer

Using larger, stronger joints (like the palm instead of fingers) distributes force and protects smaller inflamed joints from excessive stress.

Question 4

During occupational profile development, an OT discovers a client values gardening but has COPD limiting endurance. The FIRST analytical step is to:

Accepted Answer

Analyze the activity demands of gardening

Answer

Analyzing activity demands helps identify which specific components of gardening are problematic before selecting interventions.

Question 5

An OT analyzes that a client's work task requires sustained pinch for 6 hours daily. The OT is MOST concerned about risk of:

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Answer

Sustained pinch compresses the median nerve at the carpal tunnel, making carpal tunnel syndrome the primary ergonomic risk.

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