OTA Geriatric OT 3

Question 1

A client with age-related macular degeneration wants to continue reading. Which low-vision strategy should the OTA recommend?

Accepted Answer

Teach eccentric viewing using peripheral vision

Answer

Eccentric viewing trains clients to use their intact peripheral retina when central vision is lost due to macular degeneration.

Question 2

Which precaution is MOST important when providing therapeutic exercise to an older adult with osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

Avoid high-impact activities and end-range spinal flexion

Answer

High-impact loading and extreme spinal flexion increase vertebral fracture risk in osteoporosis; weight-bearing activities are actually beneficial.

Question 3

During a home visit, an OTA observes an older adult with multiple bruises in various healing stages and poor hygiene inconsistent with the client's history. The OTA should:

Accepted Answer

Document findings and report suspected elder abuse to the supervising OT and appropriate authority

Answer

OTAs are mandated reporters and must document and report suspected elder abuse to the supervising OT and relevant authorities promptly.

Question 4

A 78-year-old client complains of fatigue during morning self-care. To apply energy conservation principles, the OTA should teach the client to:

Accepted Answer

Perform high-effort tasks after a period of rest

Answer

Scheduling high-effort tasks after rest periods maximizes available energy and is a core energy conservation strategy.

Question 5

Which type of transfer is SAFEST for an elderly client who has right-sided weakness and is moving from bed to wheelchair?

Accepted Answer

Position the wheelchair on the client's left (stronger) side

Answer

Positioning the wheelchair to the client's stronger side allows the stronger limbs to lead the transfer, improving safety.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Test Practice Test

Occupational Therapy Assistant Test Practice Test

OTA Geriatric OT 3