OTA Adaptive Equipment 2

Question 1

A client with hemiplegia needs to button shirts independently. Which adaptive device is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Button hook

Answer

Universal cuff

Answer

Rocker knife

Answer

Dycem mat

Question 2

Which type of plate guard is recommended for a client with limited upper extremity strength who tends to push food off the plate?

Accepted Answer

Plate guard clipped to a standard plate

Answer

Scoop dish

Answer

Weighted utensils

Answer

Non-slip placemat

Question 3

A client with severe arthritis has difficulty gripping a standard pen. The OTA should recommend which adaptation FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Built-up pen grip

Answer

Wrist splint

Answer

Weighted pen

Answer

Pen holder mounted to table

Question 4

Which grab bar placement is standard for assisting a client with sit-to-stand transfers in the bathroom?

Accepted Answer

Angled or horizontal bar at seat height beside the toilet

Answer

Horizontal bar at shoulder height

Answer

Vertical bar on the wall opposite the toilet

Answer

Horizontal bar above the toilet tank

Question 5

A client recovering from a total hip replacement (posterior precautions) needs which adaptive equipment for lower-body dressing?

Accepted Answer

Long-handled shoe horn, sock aid, and reacher

Answer

Elastic shoelaces only

Answer

Hip abduction pillow and reacher

Answer

Built-up shoe inserts

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of a universal cuff used in occupational therapy?

Accepted Answer

To hold utensils or tools for clients lacking grip

Answer

To support the wrist during writing

Answer

To stabilize the forearm during transfers

Answer

To reduce spasticity in the hand

Question 7

A client with low vision is having difficulty locating food on a white plate. The BEST adaptive strategy is to:

Accepted Answer

Use a high-contrast colored plate

Answer

Provide a weighted spoon

Answer

Recommend a plate guard

Answer

Instruct the client to use a clock face system