OT Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Question 1

Which sensory integration concept describes a child's tendency to seek out intense sensory experiences?

Accepted Answer

Sensory seeking

Answer

Sensory seeking describes a child who craves and actively pursues intense sensory input to meet their neurological threshold.

Question 2

A 5-year-old cannot yet copy a cross (+). According to developmental norms, this indicates:

Accepted Answer

A delay, as cross-copying is expected by age 4

Answer

Copying a cross is a developmental milestone typically achieved by age 4, so a 5-year-old who cannot is showing a delay.

Question 3

Which assessment is standardized and used to evaluate sensory processing in school-age children?

Accepted Answer

Sensory Profile 2 (SP2)

Answer

The Sensory Profile 2 is a caregiver-completed standardized measure assessing sensory processing patterns in children.

Question 4

A child with autism spectrum disorder is unable to tolerate toothbrushing due to oral sensitivity. The FIRST OT intervention should be:

Accepted Answer

Desensitization using a vibrating toothbrush starting at cheeks, then gums

Answer

Gradual desensitization starting at less sensitive areas like cheeks before approaching the mouth is the evidence-based sensory approach.

Question 5

In handwriting intervention, the PRINT Tool is used to assess:

Accepted Answer

Print legibility components including letter formation, size, spacing, and alignment

Answer

The PRINT Tool evaluates specific handwriting legibility components to guide targeted printing intervention.

OT - Master of Occupational Therapy Practice Test